HC Deb 11 January 1988 vol 125 c32W
Ms. Walley

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what steps he is taking to ensure the continuing prohibition of the importation of uncured pigmeat from Europe; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Donald Thompson

In accordance with European Community law, imports of fresh pigmeat from Community countries will continue to be prohibited unless the meat is derived from pigs reared in officially swine fever free parts of the Community.