§ Mr. VazTo ask the Lord President of the Council how many free-range eggs are consumed in the House each week on average; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Geoffrey HoweAn average of 10,000 eggs, all of which are free range, are consumed in the House each week.
§ Mr. VazTo ask the Lord President of the Council how many representations he has received from hon. and right hon. Members in the past 12 months concerning the availability of vegetarian and vegan food in the House; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Geoffrey HoweThe Refreshment Department has received no requests from Members in respect of the availability of vegetarian and vegan food. Vegetarian dishes are, however, provided on the menus of all outlets in the House; and it is understood that the Refreshment Department responds sympathetically to specific requests for other specialised menus.