HL Deb 10 July 1979 vol 401 c867WA
Lord O'HAGAN

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they are satisfied that the EEC regulations affecting the use of starch in tinned puddings are based solely on concern for public health.

The MINISTER of STATE, MINISTRY of AGRICULTURE, FISHERIES and FOOD (The Earl Ferrers)

I am not aware of any EEC regulation affecting the use of starch in tinned puddings.