Written question asked by Lord Dixon-Smith (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 September 2003. It was answered by Baroness Hollis of Heigham (Labour) on Monday, 8 September 2003.

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Hollis of Heigham, Baroness

Question

In the light of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, what is the estimated percentage annual increase in the cost of insurance premiums to businesses licensed to dispose of asbestos for the years 2001 to 2002, 2002 to 2003 and 2003 to 2004; and in the light of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, what is the estimated percentage annual increase in the cost of insurance premiums to businesses licensed to remove asbestos from buildings and other installations for disposal for the years 2001 to 2002 to 2003 and 2003 to 2004; and in the light of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, how many businesses have ceased removing asbestos for disposal in the years 2001 to 2002, 2002 to 2003 and 2003 to 2004; and in the light of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, how many firms now provide insurance to businesses that either remove for disposal, or dispose of, asbestos. [HL 4193] [HL 4194] [HL 4195] [HL 4196]. - Including figures.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 4193; 652 c74WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Companies Asbestos Fees and charges Licensing Health hazards Health and safety Insurance companies Insurance Increases Waste disposal

Legislation

Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002

Contains statistics

Yes