HC Deb 22 February 1984 vol 54 c540W
Sir Peter Mills

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will ensure that any legislation introduced by the European Economic Community concerning the stocking rate for square centimetres of bird in battery cages is equally accepted and enforced throughout the European Economic Community.

Mrs. Fenner

In discussions within the European Community on the draft directive prescribing welfare standards for laying hens in battery cages, we have stressed the importance of full implementation throughout the Community, and the need for an effective system for monitoring enforcement.

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