HC Deb 20 November 1986 vol 105 cc342-3W
Sir Peter Mills

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what preparation and planning has been made, in the event of a nuclear accident, for food production in the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Donald Thompson

My Department has detailed contingency plans to assess the availability and safety of food supplies following a nuclear accident, including, if necessary, statutory restrictions for the protection of public health. If appropriate, arrangements would be made for alternative food supplies to be made available.

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