HC Deb 12 March 1971 vol 813 cc188-9W
Mr. Moate

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received concerning the theft of domestic cats for research and commercial purposes; and what action he is taking.

Mr. Carlisle

I have seen my hon. Friend's letter of 1st March on this subject. I have no evidence that the stealing of cats for supply to research laboratories, or for other purposes, is widespread.