HC Deb 03 December 1975 vol 901 cc671-2W
Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Secretary of State for Trade which primary whale products can be imported to the United Kingdom without a licence.

Mr. Deakins

The main products are sperm oil, ambergins, spermaceti wax, teeth and bones.

Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Secretary of State for Trade on what date the controls on certain whale products, announced on 15th March 1973, became effective; and whether all customs officers responsible for enforcing controls are aware of this date.

Mr. Deakins

Import controls on certain whale products came into operation on 16th March 1973. As Her Majesty's Customs and Excise is responsible for enforcing import controls, port officers are always informed at the time about any new measures.

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