§ Sir R. GOWERasked the Minister of Health if he has taken any and, if so, what steps to bring to the attention of local authorities the powers possessed by them to adopt model by-law clause 9b for the humane slaughter of animals; and whether he will consider the desirability of issuing a special circular upon the matter
§ Miss LAWRENCEThere is no reason to doubt that local authorities are well aware of their power to adopt the by-law if they wish, and my right hon. Friend does not think it necessary or desirable that a circular should be issued.