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Written question asked by Peter L Pike (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 October 1996. It was answered by Paul Beresford (Conservative) on Wednesday, 16 October 1996 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.


Dept of the Environment

Question
If he will make it his policy to prohibit the use of asbestos in roof tiles.
Answer

Mr. Pike: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make it his policy to prohibit the use of asbestos in roof tiles. [41083] Sir Paul Beresford: The Health and Safety Commission, in conjunction with my Department, will include the scope of asbestos prohibitions when reviewing the legislation. No doubt, asbestos-containing roof tiles will form part of this review. I will respond when this advice is received.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
41083; 282 c1055-6W;282 c1054W
Session
1995-96
Subjects
Construction Asbestos Materials