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Written question asked by Jim Dobbin (Labour) on Thursday, 26 January 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 January 2006. It was answered by Anne McGuire (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 February 2006 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Asbestos

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions if he will extend the Health and Safety Executive's consultation period on the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006.
Answer

The consultation on the proposed changes to the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002 is being undertaken by the Health and Safety Commission. The length of the consultation period is therefore a matter for the Commission, not Ministers. I understand that this was set by the Commission in its meeting of 11 October 2005. I am informed by the HSC that key stakeholders have now submitted their views.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
47010; 442 c2165W;442 c2165W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Asbestos Health hazards Health and safety Hazardous substances Public participation
Legislation
Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002
Link
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