HC Deb 26 November 1953 vol 521 c512
32. Sir T. Moore

asked the Minister of Agriculture if, as a result of his tests of the various types of humane rabbit traps, he is now in a position to introduce legislation to abolish the use of the gin trap.

Mr. Nugent

I would refer my hon. and gallant Friend to the reply given on 12th November to the hon. Member for Rugby (Mr. J. Johnson).

Sir T. Moore

But it is now 26th November. Is my hon. Friend aware—as I know he is—that there is very strong public concern about the continued use of these barbarous contraptions? Will he also set a time limit to their use?

Mr. Nugent

I cannot add to my answer.

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