HC Deb 07 July 1993 vol 228 c162W
Mr. Nigel Evans

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what measures are being taken to ensure the transport of live animals from the United Kingdom to the EC is conducted in a humane fashion; and if she will make a statement.

Mr. Soames

The Welfare of Animals during Transport Order 1992 places controls on the transport of animals to safeguard their welfare during all journeys, including those to destinations in other EC member states.