HC Deb 17 November 1965 vol 720 c82W
85. Mr. Thorpe

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what inquiries are currently being undertaken by his Department into the export of live ponies; and when he expects to receive a report.

Mr. John Mackie

My Department is inquiring into statements that ponies exported ostensibly for such purposes as breeding or riding have gone for slaughter. I hope it not be too long before I have full information, but I cannot say at this stage when this will be.