§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement about the investigation into the consignment of Irish beef destined for Russia and found in Merseyside, indicating how much had already been bought by consumers.
§ Mr. GummerThis matter is now the subject of an investigation by Her Majesty's Customs and Excise. It would not be appropriate for me to comment since this could be prejudicial to the investigation.