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Written question asked by Andrew Welsh (Scottish National Party), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 December 1987. It was answered by Lord Forsyth of Drumlean (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 December 1987 on behalf of the Scottish Office.


Written question

Question
To estimate no of Scottish egg producers who will cease egg production because they are unable to comply with additional requirements for 3, 2 and 1 birds contained within the Welfare of Battery Hens Regulations 1987; & what representations have been received.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
124 c107-8W
Session
1987-88
Subjects
Factory farming Farmers Poultry Scotland
Legislation
Welfare of Battery Hens Regulations 1987
Contains statistics
Yes