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Written question asked by Jonathan Brash (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 July 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 July 2024 (named day). It was answered by Daniel Zeichner (Labour) on Monday, 22 July 2024 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Shellfish: North East

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether he plans to open an inquiry into crustacean die-offs on the North East coast.

Answer

The Department is aware of the conclusions of the independent review commissioned by the previous administration into the crustacean mass mortality event on the North East coast of England. Defra, supported by its public bodies and agencies, continues to work with researchers and the scientific community on coastal health, livelihoods, and environment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
360
Session
2024-26
Subjects
North East Shellfish
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk