§ 4. Mr. Roderickasked the Secretary of State for Wales what action is being taken by the Forestry Commission to control the fox problem in central Wales.
§ Mr. Gibson-WattThe Forestry Commission is keeping down foxes on its land, in the interests of its neighbours, both by direct action and in co-operation with fox destruction societies, to which it subscribes.
§ Mr. RoderickCould the Minister say how much the Forestry Commission contributes towards local fox destruction societies in Brecon and Radnor?
§ Mr. Gibson-WattThe Commission itself in the last 12 months spent directly £6,500 and the selected societies received 2s. per fox destroyed. If the hon. Gentleman wishes to have further information, I shall be happy to provide it.