§ Dr. Lynne JonesTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, pursuant to her answer of 20 April,Official Report, column 558, what reply she has received from the Spanish Agriculture Minister; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. SoamesWe have been assured that the slaughterhouses concerned have been inspected and that the Spanish authorities are ensuring that they comply with Royal Decree 1614/87, regarding the stunning of animals prior to their slaughter.