Answer given by Mr Borg on behalf of the Commission

25.3.2014

The Commission would like to thank the Member of Parliament for bringing this matter to its attention.

The European Union has strict rules in place with respect to the import and transit of products of animal origin. According to Union legislation, products of animal origin must be certified by the country of origin to ensure they do not pose a risk to the animal health of the EU territory.

In this case, assuming the shipment contained such products of animal origin, such a certificate should have been issued by the Gibraltarian authorities.

OJ C 331, 23/09/2014