§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, pursuant to his letter, 113574, of 23 April, what information has been obtained about anti-smuggling devices that can detect the heart-beat of an animal concealed inside a vehicle. [41120]
§ Mr. RookerThe use of a device to detect the heartbeat of a person or animal that is concealed in a vehicle is being investigated by the Home Office in conjunction with the Prison and Immigration Services. I will write again to my hon. Friend when my Department has further information.