§ 95. Mr. Skeffington-Lodgeasked the Minister of Agriculture whether, in view of the big decrease in the lapwing population of the country and having regard to the great value of these birds to agriculture, he will take steps to inform farmers of the need next year to exercise every care to avoid destroying their nests and young when carrying out ploughing activities.
§ Mr. T. WilliamsI am obliged to my hon. Friend for his suggestion, and when the appropriate time comes I will consider taking steps to remind farmers of the need for care in farming operations where lapwings are breeding on cultivated land.