HC Deb 13 May 1999 vol 331 cc213-4W
Mr. Denis Murphy

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from consumer groups and individuals in relation to the details of genetically modified flavourings and additives to be included on food labelling; and what actions are being taken by his Department in pursuance of this. [83783]

Mr. Rooker

[holding answer 12 May 1999]: I have received a number of representations requesting that GM additives and flavourings be labelled. We are pressing the European Commission to bring forward proposals in this area as quickly as possible.