HC Deb 19 March 1907 vol 171 cc661-2
MR. LUPTON (Lincolnshire, Sleaford)

I beg to ask the President of the Local Government Board how many calves were used at the National Vaccine Establishment during the year 1906; what interval of time elapsed, on the average, between the collection of matter from the animals and the slaughter of them; what was the price realised for the veal; what was the total weight sold; and is the meat sold for consumption in the East End or the West End of London.

MR. JOHN BURNS

The number of calves used or vaccinated during the financial year 1905–6 at the National Vaccine Establishment was 600. As a rule, the slaughter of the calf takes place the day after the collection of the matter. I have no information as to the other points referred to in the Question. I believe the meat is sold at Smithfield market.

MR. LUPTON

Is any of the veal bought by the Dinner Committee of this House?

MR. JOHN BURNS

It is not at all improbable. If it were I should not object to eating it.