§ Mr. SwayneTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will make a statement on the reasons for the absence of signs at Gatwick airport to warn travellers about regulations on the import of meat.[104645]
§ Mr. MorleyThere are in fact 11 posters in both the South and North terminals at Gatwick airport warning travellers of the rules on the import of meat, food and plants, and the penalties for breaking them. There are also currently 18 posters in commercial sites around the entrances and exits to these terminals.
The Government recognise that this publicity campaign does not always have the impact we would like in raising awareness. We are continuing to work with stakeholders, major airlines and airport authorities—among others—to strengthen and enhance our campaign.