§ Mr. David NicholsonTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received, since 1 July about the effects of organo-phosphorous sheep dips on farmers and others; what is his latest estimate of the medical evidence; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MacleanWe have received further representations from hon. Members, individual farmers, interested organisations and members of the public about the effects of organophosphorous sheep dips on farmers and others. All the available information including medical evidence, will be taken into account by the Veterinary Products Committee, as part of its current review of existing licensed organophosphorous sheep dip products. The review will be completed later this year.