Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 75003
UK Internal Trade: Northern Ireland
Tabled: 4 September 2025
Answered: 15 September 2025
Question
Jim Allister
Traditional Unionist Voice — North Antrim
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, for what reason businesses in Northern Ireland are being charged (a) £127.60 per GB inspection of GB potatoes they wish to buy and move to Northern Ireland and (b) different rates for
Answer
Dame Angela EagleThis is a devolved matter and the costs provided relate to England and Wales only. Phytosanitary certificates are required for the movement of ware potatoes from Great Britain to Northern Ireland to confirm freedom from pests and diseases. Each consignmen...
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