Setting up the GDS
In 2003 the government recognised the need for decontamination planning and commissioned a study to consider options. Discussions were held across government and with key stakeholders, and a consultation was arranged.
A decision was made to set up the GDS. Links to ministerial statements on the GDS are below.
- Ministerial statement by Environment Minister Elliot Morley, 25 January 2005 (National Archives)
- Ministerial statement by Secretary of State Margaret Beckett, 21 July 2005
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