HC Deb 27 April 1994 vol 242 c219W
Mr. Harry Greenway

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many abattoirs are currently operating in Scotland; at what cost to public funds; and if he will make a statement.

Sir Hector Monro

There are 51 licensed red meat abattoirs currently operating in Scotland, 19 of which received assistance totalling £410,256 over the past 12 months from Scottish Enterprise and Highlands and Islands Enterprise.