European Parliament and Provisional data 9 December 2002, WRITTEN QUESTION P-3621/02 by Ian Hudghton (Verts/ALE) to the Commission. Local abattoir facilities — Western Isles of Scotland.

Answer given by Mrs Reding on behalf of the Commission (5 February 2003) The Commission acknowledges the concern expressed by the Honourable Member about the teaching of mother tongue in the host countries for children of European citizens who change countries, especially at a time where mobility is at the core of European policies.