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Commons · Question 30300 · Tabled 10 Feb 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 17 Feb 2025

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Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to support (a) existing and (b) the creation of new local abattoirs.

Answer

Answered by Daniel Zeichner, 17 Feb 2025

The Government firmly believes that food security is national security and is committed to maintaining a resilient food supply chain. Defra recognises the vital contribution a thriving abattoir network plays in achieving this goal. We remain committed to ...