29. Mr. Watkinsasked the Minister of Food what procedure the inter-Departmental committee for the siting of slaughterhouses has undertaken to secure evidence from local authorities; and up to what date local authorities and interested bodies may submit evidence to the committee.
Dr. HillThe associations representing local authorities have given written and oral evidence to the committee. These associations and the national organisations representing the other interests concerned have been asked if they wish to submit any further evidence. No time limit has been set; the committee hopes that any further statements will be submitted as early as possible.