asked the Minister for Health if, following the exhortations of the Minister for the Environment in respect of the use of unleaded petrol, he has corresponded with all the semi-State bodies under his aegis directing them to use unleaded petrol in all of the petrol driven vehicles which are under the control, ownership or leasing of those semi-State companies; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Unleaded Petrol.
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In November 1988 it was suggested to each hospital, health board and other health agencies that: (a) they explore the availability of unleaded petrol within their normal areas of operation; (b) where the purchase of additional or replacement vehicles are being considered, preference should be given to vehicles which use the unleaded product; and (c) consideration be given to the adjustment of suitable vehicles in existing fleets to allow the use of unleaded petrol where vehicles in use have a reasonably unexpired lifespan.