Written question asked by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 3 November 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 November 2003. It was answered by Nigel Griffiths (Labour) on Thursday, 6 November 2003 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what steps she is taking to ensure that all (a) demolition contractors and (b) waste removal companies have insurance cover. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Bob Russell: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what steps she is taking to ensure that all (a) demolition contractors and (b) waste removal companies have insurance cover. [136692] Nigel Griffiths: Employers Liability is a statutory insurance. Enforcement for non-compliance is undertaken by the Health and Safety Executive. Government have been actively working with stakeholders to reform and improve the existing enforcement arrangements. If the hon. Member has details of any company breaking this statutory requirement, he should forward the details to the HSE.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 136692; 412 c739W
Session: 2002-03
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Demolition Health and safety Insurance Employers' liability Waste disposal
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk