| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: Press and Communication Service |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/00/1312 (15.11.00) |
| Publication Date | 15/11/2000 |
| Content Type | News |
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The increased incidence of BSE in France has triggered consumer fears in the safety of beef. On 15.11.00 the European Commission reminded consumers that the wide range of measures it has put in place, if fully implemented, are sufficient to ensure a high level of public health and safety. The Commission agreed, however, that additional action was needed to restore consumer confidence. To complement the legislative measures in place, the introduction of a comprehensive programme for Community-wide testing for BSE would provide the necessary assurances to consumers. Franz Fischler, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Fisheries and David Byrne, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection, were tasked with exploring the options for such a programme with Member States at the Agriculture Council on 20-21.11.00. |
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| Source Link | http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=IP/00/1312&format=HTML&rapid=0&language=EN&guiLanguage=en |
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| Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
