The official BSE inquiry, led by Lord Phillips, voiced concern that the government had not done enough to ensure the rules were being obeyed.

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It also appears to be an effort to appease Democrats, who have roundly criticized the administration for not being tough enough in enforcing trade rules.

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Liberal Democrat AM Jenny Randerson argued that that the measure did not go far enough to enforce the rules as it lists exceptions which could create many grey areas.

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