§ Mr. KnapmanTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects to receive the independent study carried out by the Mr. Peter Cuncliffe into the licensing of animal medicines; and when the results will be made known to the interested parties.
§ Mr. MacGregorThe study, which I announced on 3 July last year, has been completed. Mr. Cuncliffe presented his report to me earlier this month and I am 679W placing a copy in the Library. The report makes 25 recommendations aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the animal medicines licensing operation. I am giving careful consideration to Mr. Cuncliffe's recommendations, and am most grateful to him for the work he has undertaken. Consultation will be undertaken as necessary and I will report further to the House.