§ 21. Mr. Stephen O'BrienTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what discussions he has had with the First Secretary about the spread of bovine TB in Wales and in English/Welsh border areas. [83088]
§ Peter HainI have regular discussions with the First Secretary about a variety of agricultural matters.
I welcome the recent announcement of relaxation on movements from mid January, which will come as some relief to the industry.
However, this UK wide relaxation will be based on rigorous risk assessment as part of the on-going drive towards control and eradication of this disease.