Written question asked by Elliot Morley (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 31 January 1997. It was answered by Baroness Browning (Conservative) on Friday, 31 January 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question: When he expects information to be published regarding the quarantine kennels which comply with the welfare standards set out by his Department's document, Voluntary Code of Practice on Welfare Standards in Quarantine Premises.

Answer: Mr. Morley: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects information to be published regarding the quarantine kennels which comply with the welfare standards set out by his Department's document voluntary code of practice on welfare standards in quarantine premises; and if he will make a statement. [13541] Mrs. Browning: Information on the quarantine premises that comply with the voluntary code of practice for the welfare of dogs and cats in quarantine premises will be included in the literature sent out to prospective importers of pet dogs and cats after all the premises that have undertaken to comply with the code have been inspected by the State Veterinary Service.

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