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Written question asked by David Ashby (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 28 March 1996. It was answered by Baroness Browning (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 March 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.


Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question
What action he is taking to instigate a review of the welfare of chickens in battery cage systems within the Council of Ministers. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Mr. Ashby: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what action he is taking to instigate a review of the welfare of chickens in battery cage systems within the Council of Ministers.[21621] Mrs. Browning: I have pressed the European Commission to update the scientific assessment prepared in 1992 and to bring forward proposals to the Council. The Commission has responded by setting the Scientific Veterinary Committee to work.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21621; 274 c751W
Session
1995-96
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Poultry