§ 89. Mr. E. L. Mallalieuasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the state of the rabbit population in North Lincolnshire; how many clearance societies there are; and what area they cover.
§ Mr. GodberApart from some minor local infestations, North Lincolnshire is still fairly clear of rabbits. Only one clearance society covering 7,500 acres has so far been formed in Lindsey although three more covering a total of 26,000 acres are in prospect. Rabbit numbers are however showing signs of increasing and my right hon. Friend would urge occupiers in their own interests to join the rabbit clearance society movement now.