§ 26. Mr. Pattieasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, if he is satisfied with the working of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 in so far as it relates to the State Veterinary Service; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. StrangMy Department has always striven to take all practicable measures for safeguarding the health and safety of its staff, including those in the State Veterinary Service. However, in the light of experience and having regard to the provisions of the new Act, present arrangements and procedures are currently being reviewed.