HC Deb 04 August 1898 vol 64 cc91-2
MR. HUTTON (Yorks, Richmond)

I beg to ask the President of the Board of Agriculture whether, as it is nearly eight months since a case of rabies has been reported in the North Biding of Yorkshire, he can shortly withdraw the Muzzling (Babies) Order from the remainder of the riding?

THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE

The position of the North Riding in regard to rabies continues to be satisfactory, and I confidently expect to be in a position to withdraw the Muzzling Order in force in that county at a very early date.

MR. HUTTON

Will the Order be withdrawn for all the district north of the Trent?

THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE

I cannot answer such a Question without looking at the map. I will communicate with my honourable Friend privately.