Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs:

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to the approval of the use of Cruiser SB on sugar beet in 2020, whether he plans to grant approval in 2021; and what steps he is taking to help ensure that no harm will be caused to (a) pollinators and (b) other wildlife as a result of its use.

Emergency authorisations for the limited and controlled use of pesticides are only granted where the legal requirements are met, including that use of the pesticide appears necessary because of danger which cannot be contained by any other reasonable means. When considering emergency authorisations, the Government always takes account of the potential risks to people, animals and the environment (including risks to pollinators and other wildlife).