Written question asked by Lord Jenkin of Roding (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 10 October 2003. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Friday, 10 October 2003.

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Whitty, Lord

Question

Why they have not yet ratified the Cartagena protocol on biosafety; and whether they expect to have ratified in time to participate in the first meeting under the protocol in February 2004. [HL 4561].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 4561; 653 c86WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Crops Environment protection Genetically modified organisms International cooperation Treaties Trade EU external relations EU environmental policy Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety