asked the Secretary of State for Employment (1) if he will take steps to prevent a decline in health and safety standards at work following cutbacks in financial support for the Health and Safety Executive; and if he will make a statement;(2) what steps he has taken to ensure that the Health and Safety Inspectorate's emphasis on inspecting larger companies will not lead to neglect of the safety requirements in smaller companies; and if he will make a statement.

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.