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Written question asked by Lord Hoyle (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Brabazon of Tara (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 29 April 2008.


House of Lords: British Food

Question
asked the Chairman of Committees:Further to his Written Answer of 22 April (WA 284), whether the Refreshment Department has a policy of sourcing ingredients from within the United Kingdom; and what priority when purchasing food is given to (a) supporting British agriculture; (b) animal welfare; and (c) food miles.
Answer

The Refreshment Department has a policy of sourcing food ingredients where possible from within the United Kingdom. During the tender process for food supplies, suppliers are asked where possible that products are sourced from the United Kingdom. In the case of purchase of meat, game and poultry, animal welfare and food miles are taken into consideration during the pre-tender process.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
701 c18WA; 3214
Session
2007-08
Related items
House of Lords: Pork and Bacon
Tuesday, 22 April 2008
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Animal welfare House of Lords Food Procurement Transport
Link
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