§ Ms. WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what assessment he has made of the need for increased food inspection work by environmental health officers.
§ Mr. Kenneth Clarke[holding answer 13 February 1989] : I have been asked to reply.
It is for local authorities to decide on the level of inspection work by environmental health officers, having regard to local circumstances.
§ Ms. WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what assessment he has made of the staffing implications for environmental health officers of a change to the temperature control requirements for food regulations.
§ Mr. Kenneth Clarke[holding answer 13 February 1989] : I have been asked to reply.
Consultation on proposed changes in the temperature control regulations will take place shortly and will include the question of resource implications, if any, for local authorities.