HC Deb 09 December 1974 vol 883 c29W
Mr. Hatton

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what are the powers exercised by his Department in respect of the inspection of premises dealing with the handling of poultry prior to, and during, slaughter for the table.

Mr. Strang

These powers are contained in the Diseases of Animals Act 1950, the Slaughter of Poultry Act 1967 and the Poultry Premises and Vehicles (Disinfection) Order 1956.