HC Deb 16 June 1927 vol 207 c1166
33. Mr. ALFRED WILLIAMS

asked the Minister of Agriculture how long the country has been free from foot-and-mouth disease; and how long it is since there has been a similar period of immunity?

The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Mr. Guinness)

Great Britain has been free from foot-and-mouth disease since 6th April, 1927, i.e., for 10 weeks. Such a prolonged period of immunity from the disease has not been enjoyed by this country since 1921, when the country was free from 12th August to 24th November.