HC Deb 12 July 1990 vol 176 c333W
Dr. David Clark

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what restrictions there are on the use of head meat of cattle in meat products, including sausages and meat pies; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gummer

The Meat Products and Spreadable Fish Products Regulations 1984 allow head muscle meat to be used in the manufacture of meat products. As with all foodstuffs the general provisions of the Food Act 1984 and the Food Labelling Regulations 1984 also apply.