62. Mr. Arthur Duckworthasked the Minister of Agriculture whether a decision has now been reached to cancel the Order made under Defence Regulation 63, which permits the use of steel traps in the open contrary to the provisions of the Prevention of Damage by Rabbits Act, 1939.
Mr. DuckworthIs there any justification for continuing this barbarous practice, in defence of a decision come to by the House before the war?
§ Mr. PriceIn maintaining the use of these traps, where necessary, will the Minister see that they are not used in such a way as to catch domestic animals?
Mr. HudsonI have already stated, in answer to previous questions, that the whole matter is under reconsideration at the present moment.
§ Mr. LipsonCan the Minister say when he will be able to make further definite statements?