§ Mr. Matthew TaylorTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food pursuant to his reply to the hon. Member for Newark (Mr. Alexander), 13 February,Official Report, column 200, what evidence he has that the security of poultry premises could be jeopardised by open registers; and if he will now review his decision.
§ Mr. MacleanThe decision to remove the provisions in question was based on general concern about security rather than specific threats. I am satisfied that the action taken was a sensible precaution which does not prejudice the effectiveness of the salmonella controls.
§ Mr. GillTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what European agriculture guidance and guarantee fund grants have been paid to Unigate plc in respect of poultry processing plants.
§ Mr. CurryNo EAGGF grants have been paid to Unigate plc or any of its subsidiary companies in respect of poultry-processing plants.