HL Deb 28 March 2001 vol 624 c41WA
The Countess of Mar

asked Her Majesty's Government:

When the decision was taken to abolish the branch of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food that monitored certain consignments of farm animals being handled by British animal dealers and hauliers; what advantages were obtained from the abolition; what representations they received about the abolition; and whether they intend to review the decision to abolish the branch. [HL1331]

Baroness Hayman

Contrary to the recent press reports, the branch in Animal Welfare Division concerned with policy towards the transport of live animals and the monitoring of international journeys has not been abolished.