§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what advice he intends to give to Government Departments about the use of irradiated food in central Government establishments; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Maples[holding answer 25 February 1991]: The sale of irradiated foods is subject to the Food Labelling (Amendment) (Irradiated Foods) Regulations 1990.
443WIt is a matter for individual Government Departments and establishments to determine policy for the use of irradiated foods with the provider of their catering services. Current civil service catering organisation policy is not to accept or knowingly use irradiated foods.