§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what progress has been made on proposals to re-establish the export of whole lamb carcases to France; and if he will make a statement. [48772]
§ Mr. Win GriffithsThe Government have recently issued proposals for statutory consultation to amend the Specified Risk Material Regulations 1997 to allow the export of sheep carcases from animals over 12 months of age (or which have at least one permanent incisor tooth) with the spinal cord intact to premises designated by the French authorities. The period for consultation ended on 3 July. The Government are considering the comments made during the consultation and it is likely that legislation will be forthcoming in the near future.