HC Deb 08 January 1990 vol 164 cc537-8W
Mr. Thurnham

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what consultations he has had on safety regulations for the food processing industry; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Freeman

I have been asked to reply.

I met representatives of the Refrigeration Industry Board on 13 November 1989. These and many other interested bodies have been consulted on proposals for amendment of the Food Hygiene Regulations to extend temperature control to certain foods for retail sale in order to protect public health.

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