§ Mr Greg Knightasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he has received any representations concerning the exploitation and treatment of Saimiri sciureus squirrel monkeys by holiday photographers; and if he is satisfied that the present law is adequate to prevent the abuse of such animals in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. MellorWe have received no representations; and we are satisfied that the general protection against cruelty afforded to squirrel monkeys under the Protection of Animals Acts 1911–1964 is adequate.