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Written question asked by Alex Cunningham (Labour) on Monday, 28 October 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 October 2019. It was answered by Mims Davies (Conservative) on Monday, 4 November 2019 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Oil Rigs: North Sea

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether she has discussed with the Health and Safety Executive the evacuation of all workers from the Thistle oil platform to the Dunlin Alpha platform in the North Sea on 21 October 2019; and if she will make a statement.

Answer

The Health and Safety Executive is currently investigating the reasons for the evacuation of the Thistle oil platform. While the investigation is on-going it would be inappropriate to comment further.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6370
Session
2019-19
Subjects
Health and Safety Executive Oil rigs Safety North Sea
Link
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