Written question asked by Andrew Dismore (Labour) on Friday, 10 December 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 December 2004. It was answered by Jane Kennedy (Labour) on Monday, 20 December 2004 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Dept for Work and Pensions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, in how many accidents at work the influence of (a) alcohol, (b) illegal drugs and (c) legal pharmaceuticals were a contributory causal factor in the last year for which figures are available; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Dismore: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions in how many accidents at work the influence of (a) alcohol, (b) illegal drugs and (c) legal pharmaceuticals were a contributory causal factor in the last year for which figures are available; and if he will make a statement. [204988] Jane Kennedy: The information requested is not available. The Government believes that drug and alcohol misuse in the workplace is unacceptable and should be taken seriously by employers. The Health and Safety Executive's current guidance on substance misuse recommends that employers should assess the risk from drugs and alcohol at work and take appropriate precautions.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 204988; 428 c1427W;428 c1426-7W
Session: 2004-05
Subjects: Alcoholic drinks Accidents Health and safety Drugs Industrial accidents Misuse Working hours
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