§ 29. Mr. George HowarthTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will re-examine the law relating to the prosecution of farmers who implant hormone growth promoters in cattle.
§ Mr. GummerThe Animals and Fresh Meat (Hormonal Substances) Regulations 1988 already provide for substantial penalties for farmers convicted of using hormone implants in their animals. Additional controls will be the subject of an announcement shortly.