APPLES

Early day motion 1251, tabled 13 December 2005 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 59 members.

That this House notes with concern the use of chemicals on apples which allow them to be stored for up to a year before going on sale in supermarkets and grocery stores; recognises that apples on sale which are believed to be fresh have often been stored for many months, losing their nutrient levels; and calls on the Government to introduce tougher labelling rules to ensure that apples that have been treated by the chemical 1-MCP or any other chemical and stored for a number of months are clearly labelled for the benefit of the consumer.

Signatures by party: Labour 37, Liberal Democrat 10, Conservative 6, DUP 3, Plaid Cymru 2, Respect 1.