§ 5. Sir J. Duncanasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food who represented the British Government at 2 the recent International Veterinary Congress in Madrid; what were the main subjects discussed; and what were the main conclusions.
§ The Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Mr. J. B. Godber)The official o British delegation consisted of seven eminent figures in the veterinary sphere, led by my Ministry's Chief Veterinary Officer, Mr. J. N. Ritchie. I am sending my hon. Friend a list of the 43 main papers discussed at the Congress, together with a copy of the resolutions.
§ Sir J. DuncanNow that we are mastering tuberculosis in cattle in this country, can my hon. Friend say what diseases were discussed at Madrid? Were, in fact, Johne's disease, staggers, fowl pest and so on discussed, and what progress has been made in tackling these diseases?
§ Mr. GodberA very comprehensive list of diseases was discussed. I would ask my hon. Friend to study the list which I am sending him, and if there are any particular ones on which he wishes further information, I shall be happy to try to supply it.