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Written question asked by Baroness Blood (Labour) on Tuesday, 11 October 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 October 2016. It was answered by Lord Prior of Brampton (Conservative) on Tuesday, 25 October 2016 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Port Health Authorities

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the impact that the UK withdrawing from the EU will have on Port Health Authorities.

Answer

The Government is considering the impacts of the decision to leave the European Union, including the impact on Port Health Authorities (PHAs). The Government recognises the significant contribution PHAs make to public and animal health protection and the United Kingdom is committed to ensuring any potential impacts to PHAs are well managed.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2198
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Brexit Port health authorities
Link
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