HC Deb 27 July 1989 vol 157 c848W
Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if any consignments of ivory have been seized or detained at ports of entry since 12 April.

Mr. Ryder

[holding answer 20 July 1989]: Yes, but records of such seizures held centrally are incomplete at this stage. Records of detentions are not maintained centrally and the information sought could be obtained only at disproportionate expense.

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what information he has regarding cargoes of raw and worked ivory currently held at British ports of entry; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ryder

[holding answer 20 July 1989]: Consignments of ivory continue to be intercepted by Customs and may be detained or seized according to the circumstances. The Department of the Environment is consulted as necessary in individual cases.