HC Deb 19 December 1955 vol 547 cc260-1W
108. Mr. Ainsley

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is aware of the concern of farmers in Wear-dale, County Durham, at the increasing menace of hungry foxes raiding their farms; and what steps he is taking to assist farmers combat this problem.

Mr. Amory

I am aware that farmers in Weardale are apprehensive. The county pests staff, with the co-operation of the Forestry Commission, are organising a drive against foxes in the area.