§ Mr. Martyn JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what assessment her 563W Department has made of the presence of (a) hazardous materials and (b) ozone-depleting substances within those buildings her Department occupies; and if she will make a statement. [16314]
§ Mr. Robin SquireThe DfEE has, through its facilities management and purchasing organisation, arrangements for assessing the presence of both hazardous and ozone-depleting substances. Assessments are carried out in accordance with current regulations and where appropriate, the Department has taken the necessary action either to eliminate their use or minimise the effects of the substances.