§ Mr. MaddenTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what research he has(a) commissioned and (b) evaluated into links between the operations of Menwith Hill station in North Yorkshire and local incidence of cancer. [23776]
§ Mr. HoramThe Department has neither commissioned nor evaluated any research specifically into the local incidence of cancer near Menwith Hill station. However, I understand that the North Yorkshire health authority is aware of speculative suggestions of a raised incidence of cancer in the area, is currently examining relevant health statistics that are routinely maintained for the area, and is in contact with local community representatives.