HC Deb 29 July 1954 vol 531 c86W
80. Mr. Crouch

asked the Minister of Agriculture the number of counties affected by myxomatosis.

Mr. Nugent

Myxomatosis is known to exist in 29 counties in England, 10 in Wales and one in Scotland.

81. Mr. Crouch

asked the Minister of Agriculture what evidence he now has that myxomatosis has been spread from one county to another by the removal of infected rabbits to a clear area; and how many cases are involved.

Mr. Nugent

I have no evidence, but I have read reports that this is being done.