§ Mr. Peter DuncanTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what recent discussions she has had with the Scottish Executive regarding the operational effectiveness of the 20 day rule. [84164]
§ Mr. MorleyMinisters and officials are in regular contact with their counterparts in the devolved Administrations about a number of animal health matters, including the 20 day standstill.
§ Mr. LlwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs how many representations she has received on the effects of the 20 day standstill rule in relation to the movement of animals; and if she will make a statement. [84188]
§ Mr. MorleyIndustry organisations, veterinary associations, individual farmers and others have made numerous and varied representations about the effects of the 20 day standstill.