asked the Secretary of State for Wales what action he proposes as a result of the recent report of the Chief Fire Officer of Newport, Monmouthshire, on the need for further preventive measures following the radiation risk in the town on Wednesday 5th December.

My Department received a copy of the report only on 14th January. It is being given careful consideration.

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what further consultations he has had with Her Majesty's Factory Inspectorate about the possibility of adopting new and additional procedures to deal with radiation risks such as occurred in the town centre of Newport, Monmouthshire, on Wednesday 5th December ; what conclusions have been arrived at ; and if he will make a statement.

Close contact is being maintained with the Factory Inspectorate during this review of procedures which is not yet complete.