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Mr. Gregory
asked the Secretary of State for Wales what information he has over the use in schools in Wales of metallic marker pens with gold and silver lettering that contain xylene/xylol; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. John Stradling
Thomas: My right hon. Friend has no information on the extent of the use of these pens in schools. The provision and use of writing materials in schools is a matter for local education authorities.