HC Deb 20 February 1981 vol 999 c257W
Mr. Leighton

asked the Prime Minister if she is satisfied with the co-operation between Departments to prevent the sale of unfit meat and horsemeat.

The Prime Minister

Legislation governing the sale of unfit meat and horsemeat is enforced by local authorities. Government Departments are following developments through contact with enforcement authorities, and staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food have provided certain technical assistance where this has been requested.