HC Deb 16 September 2004 vol 424 cc1659-60WS
Mr. Gray

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs how many abattoirs in the UK are licensed to kill over 30 month old cattle. [188491]

Alun Michael

There are currently 20 abattoirs in the UK contracted to slaughter cattle for the over 30 months scheme.

Mr. Gray

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs whether cattle over 30 months may be transported to slaughter in the same lorry as those under 30 months. [188494]

Alun Michael

Cattle over 30 months can be transported to slaughter in the same lorry as those under 30 months, providing that all necessary animal movement and welfare legislation is adhered to.

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