Questions & Answers
Q1
Direct Answer
▸
Context
The MP is concerned about the food supply adequacy amidst the significant changes due to the pandemic, highlighting the rapid response needed from the industry.
What assessment has been made of the adequacy of the food supply during the covid-19 outbreak?
The food industry has responded quickly and impressively to significant changes in demand, ensuring supply into stores and homes across the country. The Government have supported the industry with temporary relaxations of competition law, drivers' hours, and extended delivery hours.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Response accuracy
Q2
Partial Answer
▸
Context
The MP is concerned about a proposed poultry factory farming project in his constituency, citing environmental issues and calling for an assessment.
Does he agree that there is no need for US-style industrial factory farming of poultry in this country? Will he look into the proposal from my constituency?
Aware of the letter regarding the concern, will respond. US-style poultry farming practices not lawful in the UK, as certain approaches are prohibited; environment agencies conduct necessary assessments.
▸
Assessment & feedback
specific review request
Will Respond
Environment Agencies
Response accuracy
Q3
Direct Answer
▸
Context
The MP is concerned about maintaining food production standards amidst Government's stance on the Agriculture Bill and US trade deal negotiations.
How can the public ensure that food quality remains high with potential changes in import regulations due to trade deals?
The Government have committed to protecting UK food standards in all trade negotiations. Practices like chlorine washes on chicken and hormones in beef are prohibited in the UK; animal welfare is a priority in third country trade agreements.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Response accuracy