Cattle Carcases

Mr. John D. Taylor
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what facilities there are for the disposal of carcases of dead cattle in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Brooke
In disposing of carcases of dead animals, agriculture producers in Northern Ireland have options of burial on their own land, subject to meeting environmental requirements; an arrangement with a registered protein processor or his agent; or disposal at authorised land-fill sites by arrangement with licensees. In addition there is a limited kennel market outlet.