HC Deb 16 February 1999 vol 325 c706W
Mr. Ivan Lewis

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he expects the BSE Inquiry to be completed by 30 June. [72143]

Mr. Nick Brown

The Committee of Inquiry has indicated that it needs an extension of time beyond 30 June 1999 in order to enable it to complete its work. Discussions are under way on the additional period that will be required to allow the Inquiry to do this. A further announcement will be made as soon as possible.