Written question asked by Baroness Byford (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 6 April 2004. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 April 2004.

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Whitty, Lord

Question

Whether the International Plan Protection Convention applies to member states of the European Community as separate countries; and whether each may therefore adopt its own rules regarding, for example, inspection, prohibition on importation and treatment [HL 2064].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 2064; 659 c230WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

EU countries Inspections EU law EU external trade Import controls Protection Plants Pest control Treaties International Plant Protection Convention