Written question asked by Baroness Browning (Conservative) on Wednesday, 7 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 March 2001. It was answered by Baroness Quin (Labour) on Monday, 12 March 2001 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, what representations he has received from businesses exporting hides and skins; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mrs. Browning: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from businesses exporting hides and skins; and if he will make a statement. [153436] Ms Quin: We have had a number of inquiries from businesses concerning the export of hides and skins. They have been advised that such exports can take place so long as they meet the requirements of Commission Decision 2001/172/EC. Under Commission Decision 98/256/EC (as amended), however, bovine hides may not be exported to a destination outside the UK if they are intended for use in human food, animal feed, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and medical products.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 364 c483W; 153436
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Cattle Animal products Exports Health hazards EU law Furs Industry Leather
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