§ SIR E. GREY (Northumberland, Berwick)I beg to ask the Under Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether it is proposed to take any steps to prevent the extinction of rare or interesting species of wild animals or birds in Africa; and, if so, whether the cooperation of other Powers has been invited or secured?
THE UNDER SECRETARY OF STATE FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Mr. ST. JOHN BRODRICK,) Surrey, GuildfordSteps have already been taken to guard against undue destruction of wild animals by the issue of Game Regulations, and we are in communication with the German Government as to collective action. It is proposed to hold an International Conference in London in the spring.