§ Mr. EtheringtonTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what plans he has to bring into force the new arrangements whereby the veterinary surgeons responsible for inspecting live animals prior to export will be appointed and paid by him; and if he will make a statement. [13913]
§ Mr. MorleyPreliminary discussions have been held with the British Veterinary Association and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons about the arrangements for the appointment and payment of local veterinary inspectors by this Department. Following consideration of points raised by the B VA and the RCVS, formal proposals will be drawn up including a date for implementing the new arrangements.