§ Dr. SHIELSasked the Minister of Agriculture if he is aware that in a recent storm encountered by the "Manchester Producer," a cattle-boat now in Manchester Dock, it was found necessary to use pitchforks to throw live injured animals overboard to drown; and if he is prepared to take any steps or impose any new Regulations to prevent such occurrences."
Mr. GUINNESSAn Order was issued on the 29th instant which requires shipping companies bringing live cattle to Great Britain to carry some form of humane killer suitable for use on board ship. I am glad to say the shipping companies have shown every desire to fall in with our Regulations.