§ 9. Mr. McGradyTo ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office if she will make a statement on the current Government policy on genetically modified foods. [133645]
§ Marjorie MowlamOur policy is to ensure that the regulation of GM technology protects human health, the environment and consumer choice. We established the Food Standards Agency to provide independent assessment of the safety of all foods, including GM. We support safe assessment of the potential benefits of the technology.