HC Deb 26 February 1985 vol 74 c89W
Mr. Murphy

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the Government's policy towards apiculture; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. MacGregor

The Government's policy towards apiculture is aimed at maintaining the health of the bee population. To meet this objective the Government provide a wide range of assistance to bee-keepers on disease and other matters and operate health controls on imports.