§ Mr. MorganTo ask the Prime Minister what consultations he has had with ex-service men's organisations regarding the proposed participation of former axis powers ex-service men's representatives at the 1995 50th anniversary commemorations of the ending of world war II or Remembrance day parades; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 31 March 1994]: The commemorations of the 50th anniversary of the end of world war II will include a service in St. Paul's cathedral, a parade in central London, a lunch or dinner for visiting Heads of State and a number of other events throughout the country. Peace and reconciliation will feature strongly in themes for these events.
The Ministry of Defence is leading the planning for the Government, but, at this early stage, no decision on the nature of the parade has been taken. The Ministry of Defence will consult a variety of appropriate organisations, including veterans' associations in the United Kingdom, over the content of the commemorations before final decisions are taken.
There are, however, no plans for veterans' representatives from former axis powers to take part.
Imports of sheep from Spain and Poland since 1 January 1994 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) Date of arrival at slaughterhouse Country of origin Point of departure Lairages on route Journey time1 Number of sheep dead or recumbent Sheep deemed unfit for transit Carcases condemned: (a) Full (b) Partial 17 February 1994 Poland Sielinko, Brody, Paproc, Cicha Góra and Granowko Dover 40¾ hours (25½ hours to Dover) 3 none none 6 8 March 1994 Poland Cicha Góra and Gluponie Dover - several days stopover 123½ hours (max 24 hours between staging posts) 7 4 30 39 9 March 1994 Poland Podale and Kielpino Belgium - several days stopover, and Petham, Kent Not determined none 1 18 7