asked the Minister for Health the plans he has in his Department to introduce new regulations in relation to the sale of food from mobile vehicles; if he intends to introduce regulations or legislation in this area; if so, when it is intended to introduce such new regulations or legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Mobile Food Vehicles Regulations.
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I propose to make shortly regulations amending the Food Hygiene Regulations 1950 to 1971. These proposals will require mobile food vehicles to comply with additional requirements for the maintenance of proper standards of hygiene and to be licensed on an annual basis by the local health board.