asked the Taoiseach following the discontinuation of Ireland's veterinary derogations, effective from October 1985, the amount of beef which was imported into the country in the year ending 31 October 1986; and the source of this beef.
Written Answers. - Beef and Veal Imports.
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The available information relates to imports of beef and veal. September 1986 is the latest month for which data are available. The following table gives the amount of beef and veal imported in October 1985 and in the 11 month period November 1985 to September 1986:—
Imports of beef and veal
|
Country ofOrigin |
October1985 |
November 1985 to September 1986 |
|
Tonnes |
Tonnes |
|
|
Northern Ireland |
163 |
2,673 |
|
Sweden |
— |
285 |
|
Australia |
— |
108 |
|
Great Britain |
— |
82 |
|
Netherlands |
— |
62 |
|
New Zealand |
— |
53 |
|
Germany F.R. |
— |
23 |
|
Other Countries |
— |
123 |
|
Total |
163 |
3,409 |