HC Deb 02 November 1944 vol 404 cc954-5
53. Mr. Turton

asked the Minister of Agriculture how many cases of foot and mouth disease have occurred in this country between 1st January, 1944, and 28th October, 1944, inclusive; and how many of these cases were in the county of Yorkshire.

Mr. Hudson

The figures are 126 and 62, respectively.

54. Mr. Turton

asked the Minister of Agriculture bow many cases of foot and mouth disease in this country between 1st January, 1944, and 28th October, 1944, originated in pigs; and how many occurred on butchers' premises.

Mr. Hudson

The figures are 59 and 15, respectively.

Mr. Turton

Will the Minister tell the House what steps he is taking to prevent infection occurring on butchers' premises?

Mr. Hudson

I am afraid that that would involve a rather long answer.