Written questions

Eggs: Imports

Commons · Question 11983 · Tabled 30 Oct 2024 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 5 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Clive Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether he plans to legislate to ensure that imported egg products meet welfare standards equivalent to the UK.

Answer

Answered by Daniel Zeichner, 5 Nov 2024

The Government recognises farmers’ concerns about imports produced using methods not permitted in the UK. We have been clear that we will use our Trade Strategy to promote the highest food production standards.