§ Mr. Ron DaviesTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he is currently reviewing existing veterinary product licences approved for the United Kingdom; what action he is taking to ensure products imported from the European Economic Community will continue to meet British standards; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonAll veterinary product licences are being reviewed to ensure that they conform to up-to-date standards of safety, quality and efficacy. Imports from both EC and other countries, except under emergency provisions, are permitted only in accordance with a product licence issued on the criteria mentioned and following a satisfactory inspection of the manufacturing premises overseas.