§ Mr. Ron DaviesTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his response to the European Commission proposal to replace veterinary checks on animal health and animal products at national frontiers by checks in the country of origin; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonI refer the hon. Member to the explanatory memorandum concerning draft instrument 8062/88 which was deposited in the Library on 7 November 1988.