§ 64. Major HARVEYasked the Minister of Agriculture if he has information that Johne's disease is increasing in this country; if so, to what extent; and what steps are being taken with a view to the prevention of the disease?
§ Mr. WILLIAM WHITELEY (Lord of the Treasury)I have been asked to reply. The Ministry has issued within the past few days an advisory bulletin on Johne's disease which deals with the steps stockowners may take with a view to its prevention. This bulletin may be obtained from the Ministry, price 3d. post free. A copy is being sent to the hon. 1629 and gallant Member. There are no statistics showing the extent of the disease.
§ Mr. SMITHERSIs this disease compulsorily notifiable?
§ Mr. WHITELEYNo, Sir.