US haggis ban could end
THE Scottish government yesterday said it will consider asking the United States to lift its ban on importing haggis.
The delicacy was banned in the US in the wake of the BSE outbreak amid fears its traditional ingredients, including offal, posed a risk to health.
It means that Burns enthusiasts in the US cannot tuck into authentic haggis, neeps and tatties on Burns Night this Friday.
But fresh talks could open the way for Americans to enjoy Scotland's national dish.
A spokeswoman said: "The Scottish Government will consider engaging the US government on its haggis import ban, if there is popular support for such a move from within our world-famous haggis producers."
A source close to the First Minister said: "People in the States and all over the world should have the opportunity to sample our fine national dish."
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