§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what guidance his Department issues to those constructing buildings for which it is responsible on the use of materials containing asbestos. [52313]
§ Mr. MudieAny construction contracts let by DfEE prohibit the use of asbestos. The most recent such contract for Castle View House, Runcorn ensured that no asbestos was used in the construction.
Guidance on use of asbestos in buildings is contained in the PACE property management guidance. Health and Safety Executive publications and the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 1987.