FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE.

HC Deb 05 April 1928 vol 215 cc2126-7

19. Mr. A. M. WILLIAMS

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether the origin of the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in Cornwall has been discovered; and how far this case is from the nearest recent outbreak in other parts of the country?

The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Mr. Guinness)

The origin of the outbreak in Cornwall has not so far been discovered. The nearest recent outbreak occurred at Llantwit Major, Cardiff, on 24th February—about 130 miles distant as the crow flies.

Mr. WILLIAMS

Will the right hon. Gentleman take special steps to trace the origin of this case?

Mr. GUINNESS

We will do everything in our power.