HC Deb 09 June 1980 vol 986 cc13-4W
Mr. Geraint Howells

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many outbreaks of scab were confirmed in Scotland during the last 12 months; what were the corresponding figures for the last three years; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Younger

There were no outbreaks of sheep scab in Scotland during the last 12 months. Corresponding figures for the same period of 1976–77, 1977–78 and 1978–79 were nil, six and nil.

Provided there is no deterioration in the disease situation, dipping of sheep will not be compulsory in Scotland this year.

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