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Written question asked by Ian Byrne (Labour) on Friday, 25 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 April 2025. It was answered by Daniel Zeichner (Labour) on Monday, 12 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Foie Gras: Imports

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what his planned timeline is to ban the import of foie gras.

Answer

The Government shares the British public's high regard for animal welfare and has made clear that the production of foie gras from ducks or geese using force feeding raises serious welfare concerns.

We have been clear that we will use our Trade Strategy to promote the highest food production standards.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
48191
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Imports Foie gras
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk