Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 116147
Pesticides: Health Hazards
Tabled: 26 February 2026
Answered: 9 March 2026
Question
Sir Julian Smith
Conservative — Skipton and Ripon
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to ensure that the Health and Safety Executive maintains up to date standards for pesticides.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe Health and Safety Executive (HSE) makes decisions on whether to approve pesticides based on a careful scientific assessment of the risks, with the aim of achieving a high level of protection for people and the environment in line with regulatory requi...
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