§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food for what reasons his instructions to his appointed local veterinary inspectors do not require them to be present at the loading of ovine animals for export. [2689]
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§ Mrs. BrowningThe instructions to veterinary inspectors reflect the requirements of EU legislation. Sheep consigned to another member state must be inspected within the 48-hour period prior to loading. Additionally, inspections must be carried out to check compliance with EU rules, and the spot checks carried out in fulfilment of this include supervised loadings.