Written question asked by Christopher Gill (Conservative) on Monday, 6 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 24 November 2000. It was answered by Baroness Quin (Labour) on Friday, 24 November 2000 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, how many names were appended to the petition presented to the Prime Minister last month regarding meat inspection charges; and what action he has taken in response.

Answer: Mr. Gill: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how many names were appended to the petition presented to the Prime Minister last month regarding meat inspection charges; and what action he has taken in response. [137568] Ms Quin: Although not counted individually, there were several thousands of signatures on the petition. We are aware of the considerable public support for the recommendations made by Colin Maclean in respect of meat hygiene charges for small and medium-sized abattoirs. The Government are considering whether those recommendations may be implemented.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 357 c325W; 137568
Session: 1999-00
Subjects: Fees and charges Inspections Hygiene Meat Slaughterhouses Petitions
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk