§ 80. Mr. Crouchasked the Minister of Agriculture the number of counties affected by myxomatosis.
§ Mr. NugentMyxomatosis is known to exist in 29 counties in England, 10 in Wales and one in Scotland.
§ 81. Mr. Crouchasked 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. NugentI have no evidence, but I have read reports that this is being done.