§ Mr. MorleyTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what report he has received regarding an incident at Lydden lairage on 5 October; and if he will make a statement. [5458]
§ Mrs. Browning[holding answer 21 November 1996]The Ministry received telephone reports about ill sheep at Lydden Court farm on 5 October. A number of demonstrators were outside the premises and the police were also present. Arrangements were made for veterinary advice to be given to the owner of the premises by his private veterinary surgeon.