§ Mr. CummingsTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects to bring forward legislation which will prohibit the export of live animals for slaughter; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. SoamesThere are no plans to introduce such legislation. New Community rules will come into force on 1 January 1993 to safeguard the welfare of animals during transport. These rules will apply equally to transport within and between member states.