§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what assessment has been made of whether all slaughterhouses in England and Wales have now fitted to their electrical stunning equipment a device to prevent the delivery of a current below that which the equipment has been set to deliver.
§ Mr. SoamesLocal authorities enforce welfare legislation in slaughterhouses. Guidance was issued by MAFF to local authorities and slaughterhouse operators during 1992. State veterinary service monitoring has revealed the need for further guidance, which is currently being prepared.
§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what plans he has to bring forward the regulations under section 1 of the Welfare of Animals at Slaughter Act 1991 requiring occupiers of slaughterhouses to ensure compliance with welfare at slaughter regulations.
§ Mr. SoamesI plan to consult interested parties shortly.