§ Mr. Raffanasked the Secretary of State for Wales what are the latest results of sheep monitoring in north Wales.
§ Mr. Peter WalkerMonitoring shows that some sheep within the present restricted area continue to have readings above the action level. In addition a number of sheep with readings above this level have been found in an area of about 10 sq. miles to the west of Llanuwchllyn immediately outside the restricted area. In the light of 219W these results I have today made an Order to re-introduce restrictions on the movement and slaughter of sheep from this area. Some 17 producers and around 10,000 sheep are affected and will qualify for compensation arrangements under the existing schemes. Monitoring of sheep inside and adjoining the restricted area boundaries will continue and any action needed to protect public health and maintain market confidence will be taken if necessary.
The monitoring results are being published and a copy will he placed in the Library of the House.