§ Baroness Miller of Chilthorne Domerasked Her Majesty's Government:
What conclusions they have reached from the study they commissioned Bushmeat—A Pilot Study; and what action they will be taking as a result. [HL1390]
§ Lord WhittyThe consortium undertaking the Government's research project on bushmeat,Bushmeat—A Pilot Study, has not yet submitted its final report, which is expected by the end of the year.
Once we do receive it, we expect to present it to the next meeting of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) Bushmeat Working Group, which is due to take place in February or March next year. This will provide an opportunity to engage African range states, obtain their input on subsequent actions and enlist their involvement in taking these forward.