Written question asked by John Grogan (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 December 2004. It was answered by Lord Blunkett (Labour) on Monday, 13 December 2004 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment he has made of the health implications of the increased usage of x-ray scanners on the general public.

Answer: Mr. Grogan: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment he has made of the health implications of the increased usage of x-ray scanners on the general public. [201823] Mr. Blunkett: The Secretary of State for the Home Department takes great care to ensure the safety of any security system deployed by the Home Office on behalf of the public. Public safety is established through the expertise of the National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB), who advise on the implications of using x-ray scanners and other systems. All equipment deployed by the Home Office has to meet strict standards and guidelines set by NRPB. Wherever x-ray equipment is deployed, radiation levels are carefully monitored by suitably qualified scientific staff to ensure the safety of the public.

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