§ Lady Olga MaitlandTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what discussion he has had with industry with regard to replacing dangerous solvents with safe substances.
§ Mr. EggarRestrictions on chemicals must be based on sound science and an assessment of the risks attached 205W to their legitimate use, and I have had no cause to discuss with industry the phasing out of any solvents. There are regulations in place which restrict the marketing and use of certain chemicals used in industrial and consumer products. Providing these regulations are observed, products should be safe in normal use.