HC Deb 23 March 1959 vol 602 c891
13. Mr. Hayman

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the percentages of uninspected meat for human consumption coming out of slaughterhouses inside and outside county boroughs, respectively, at the latest convenient date.

Mr. Godber

Latest returns available from local authorities indicate that about 98 per cent. of meat was inspected in county boroughs and about 90 per cent. elsewhere.

Mr. Hayman

Whilst welcoming the improvement which has taken place in the last 12 months, may I ask whether the hon. Gentleman can give any indication when the remaining 10 per cent. outside county boroughs is likely to be dealt with?

Mr. Godber

We are making good progress and, with the continuation of sound Conservative Government, we might reach it at any time.

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