§ 19. Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence which species of animals are currently used by his Department or its agents for test purposes; and what tests are carried out.
§ Mr. AitkenThe species of animals currently used for experimental purposes are rats, mice, rabbits, guinea pigs and rhesus monkeys. All experiments involving the use of animals fully meet the spirit and letter of the Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.