HC Deb 27 October 1975 vol 898 cc316-7W
Mr. George Rodgers

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make available a report on the action taken by the French authorities to deal with allegations of ill-treatment to a consignment of sheep exported from England to France on 12th March 1975.

Mr. Strang

I understand that the French authorities still have this matter under active consideration.

Mr. George Rodgers

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether there are sufficient veterinary officers in the State Veterinary Service to provide attention to animals in detention, lairages and ports that serve the live export trade.

Mr. Strange

The State Veterinary Service has sufficient staff to carry out all its responsibilities in connection with the export of livestock.

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