§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales in what locations in Wales the tallow trade is practised; and if he will make a statement. [45003]
§ Mr. Win GriffithsThis information is not held centrally. Tallow is produced when animal carcases are rendered. All rendering plants, of which there is only one in Wales, are required to be approved under the Animal By-Products Order 1992 to process ruminant waste. The State Veterinary Service carries out regular announced and unannounced visits to check compliance with this legislation.