Bedford Today, 25 September 2008 reported that asbestos had been found in 192, (almost 90 per cent) of schools across the county and in Bedford Hospital.
Teachers and hopsital workers exposed to asbestos fibres have a high incidence of deaths from asbestos related diseases.
A spokesman for Bedford Hospital, confirmed there was asbestos at Bedford Hospital. He said: "A number of buildings at Bedford Hospital contain asbestos which is well managed and closely monitored in line with the 'Control of Asbestos Regulations' (Health & Safety Executive, 2006)."
To read the full story please click on the link below:
http://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/bed-news/Asbestos-in-schools-warning.4527267.jp
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