§ Mrs. Maureen HicksTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what progress is being made to ensure that United Kingdom food hygiene standards are maintained throughout the European Community.
§ Mr. DorrellMajor changes are being introduced in England and Wales from 1 April to improve food hygiene by the appropriate use of temperature controls during production, distribution and sale. The controls apply to food whether produced in this country for consumption here or for export and to foods which have been imported. Different food hygiene requirements apply in individual member states of the European Community. Where the European Commission puts forward proposals for European standards the views of the United Kingdom Government are fully represented.