HC Deb 03 December 1992 vol 215 cc366-7W
17. Mr. Knapman

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the implications for agriculture of the current situation in the GATT talks.

Mr. Gummer

I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave earlier to the hon. Member for Derbyshire, North-East (Mr. Barnes).

22. Mr. Denham

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the action taken by his Department to monitor the effects of the GATT negotiations on food standards.

Mr. Soames

The GATT round negotiations have not specifically addressed food standards, but will provide for greater transparency in thm setting and enforcement of animal and plant health requirements affecting trade.

28. Mr. Thurnham

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received about the GATT negotiations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gummer

I have had discussions about the GATT negotiations with a wide range of individuals and organisations.