§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he has consulted pig breeders' associations on the use of remaining funds raised through the Aujeszky's disease levy.
§ Mr. SoamesPig industry representatives have explored various possibilities in discussion with my officials. But, as I informed industry organisations last week, it has been decided to use the remaining funds to support the continuing input necessary to maintain freedom from disease.
§ Mrs. GormanTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the current situation with respect to Aujeszky's disease.
§ Mr. SoamesThe last outbreak of Aujeszky's disease in Great Britain was in October 1989 and freedom from the disease was announced in May 1991. New animal health trade rules, designed to protect Great Britain's freedom from Aujeszky's disease, have now been agreed by the Community. We are satisfied that these will continue to protect our disease-free status.