Written question asked by Martyn Jones (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 February 1997. It was answered by Michael Alison (Conservative) on Monday, 24 February 1997 on behalf of the Church Commissioners.

Church Commissioners

Question: What assessment he had made of the presence of (a) hazardous materials and (b) ozone depleting substances within those buildings the Commissioners occupy.

Answer: Mr Martyn Jones: To ask the right hon. Member for Selby, representing the Church Commissioners, what assessment he had made of the presence of (a) hazardous materials and (b) ozone-depleting substances within those buildings the Commissioners occupy; and if he will make a statement. [16316] Mr. Alison: The Commissioners comply in full with the requirements of COSHH--Control of Substances Hazardous to Health--legislation that is designed to ensure that no hazardous materials or dangerous substances are present in places of work. All new equipment purchased is free from chlorofluorocarbons. The cleaning contractors employed by the Commissioners purchase on a preferential basis materials from those companies manufacturing and packaging products which have no deleterious effect on the atmosphere.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 16316; 291 c65-6W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Air pollution Chlorofluorocarbons Church Commissioners Hazardous substances Pollution control Ozone layer Offices