HC Deb 31 October 1932 vol 269 cc1433-4
47. Mr. HUTCHISON

asked the First Commissioner of Works whether any and, if so, which breeds of dogs are barred from entering the Green Park unless muzzled or on a leash, and for what reason; and what regulations govern the entry of dogs into the other Royal Parks?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

Greyhounds are not allowed into the Green and other Royal Parks unless muzzled or kept on a lead. A regulation to this effect was made last July in consequence of recent attacks by dogs of this breed on other smaller dogs. I am sending my hon. Friend a copy of the general regulations relating to dogs in the Royal Parks.

Mr. HUTCHISON

Does my right hon. Friend think it is fair to discriminate against any special breed of dog in favour of others?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

They are the only breed of dog which has killed other animals in the Royal Parks lately. The attempt to train racing greyhounds in the Royal Parks ought to be stopped.