HC Deb 12 May 1964 vol 695 cc50-1W
Mr. Godman Irvine

asked the Minister of Agriculture. Fisheries and Food when action will be taken on the application of Douglas Frederick Clay, New Barn Farm, Hooe, for a slaughterhouse licence, lodged on 4th September, 1963.

Mr. Scott-Hopkins

The application, and the representations which have been made for and against it, are being considered in accordance with the procedure laid down in the 1st Schedule to and Section 4 of the Slaughterhouses Act, 1958. As soon as this can be properly completed, my right hon. Friend will take a decision.