Written question asked by Michael Neubert (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 18 July 1996. It was answered by Baroness Browning (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 July 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question: If he will undertake discussions with major fast food chains in the United Kingdom to encourage them to revert to the serving of British beef. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Sir Michael Neubert: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will undertake discussions with major fast food chains in the United Kingdom to encourage them to revert to the serving of British beef.[36414] Mrs. Browning: We have already had several productive discussions with representatives of those companies who have not reverted to the serving of British beef. We continue to do all that we can in consultation with the Meat and Livestock Commission to persuade such establishments to restore British beef to their menus.

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