§ Mr. BattleTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the current Government position with regard to BSE in the food chain.
§ Mr. SoamesMeasures taken in the United Kingdom since BSE was identified protect public health irrespective of the progress of the epidemic, and have been endorsed by a wide range of independent experts in this country and international organisations. The chief medical officer has publicly stated that British beef can be safely eaten by everyone.