HL Deb 16 March 1998 vol 587 c96WA
The Countess of Mar

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they will arrange for a review by the Medical and Scientific Panel of the Veterinary Products Committee of the circumstances which led to the death of Mr. James Penny of Yealdon, Leeds; and whether they will publish the results. [HL912]

Lord Donoughue

The terms of reference of the Medical and Scientific Panel include a requirement to evaluate and advise on research on organophosphorus (OP) sheep dip products in relation to possible human exposure, and to report to the Veterinary Products Committee. It has been reported that Mr. Penny died of acute strychnine poisoning. However, the panel would consider any new research on the human health effects of OP sheep dips that may have been presented to the Coroner's Court if it is made available.