HC Deb 18 April 1989 vol 151 cc127-8W
Mr. Boswell

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what evidence he has of residues in cattle hides resulting from the use of pour-on insecticides; and if he has any evidence of any consequential problems for the tannery industry.

Mr. Donald Thompson

Like all veterinary medical products, pour-on insecticides for use on cattle are subject to the licensing requirements of the Medicines Act 1968. A licence is granted only if the company making a product

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how much Alar was sold in the United Kingdom in 1988; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Donald Thompson

Such information is not collected by my Department.

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