§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what advice he has issued to local authorities concerning the implementation of the new regulations on food irradiation; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MacleanConsideration of applications to preserve food by irradiation will be a matter for a national licensing authority. Where a licence to operate is granted, the authority will liaise as necessary with other enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with statutory provisions.