§ 3. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Mooreasked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware that at one displaced persons' hostel recently evacuated, it was necessary to arrange for the humane destruction of some 20 cats which had been left behind by the occupants; and whether he can arrange in future that the keeping of cats and other pets is better controlled at such places.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsI am not aware of the incident to which the hon. and gallant Member refers, but if he will let me have particulars I will make inquiries.
§ Sir T. MoorePending the receipt of details, which I will send him, would the right hon. Gentleman appreciate that there is no intention to deprive these unhappy people of the companionship of any animal friends, but that it is intended merely that more care should be taken on the evacuation of hostels?
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsI am afraid, Sir, that it is the nocturnal activities of cats which are responsible for this position.
§ Sir Waldron SmithersIs the Minister aware that there is another misplaced persons' hostel, and will he arrange for the inhabitants to be destroyed? The address is No. 10, Downing Street.