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Written question asked by Christopher Gill (Conservative) on Monday, 12 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 21 June 2000. It was answered by Baroness Stuart of Edgbaston (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 June 2000 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Dept of Health

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Health, which EU countries charge for meat inspection on a headage basis.
Answer

Mr. Gill: To ask the Secretary of State for Health which EU countries charge for meat inspection on a headage basis. [R] [126197] Ms Stuart: According to information collected by British Embassies in other member states at the end of 1998, and by the Meat and Livestock Commission in May 1999, it is understood that the following countries charge for meat inspections either partly or wholly on a headage basis: Austria Belgium Denmark France Germany Italy Luxembourg Portugal Republic or Ireland Spain Sweden.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
126197; 352 c225W
Session
1999-00
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
EU countries Fees and charges Inspections Meat Slaughterhouses
Link
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