§ Mr. David Howellasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what steps are being considered to limit or forbid the import of animals which are in danger of extinction or whose protection is sought by the country of origin.
§ Mr. Gordon Walker:The importation of wild animals whose survival in the country of origin is threatened can be restricted or forbidden under the Animals (Restriction of Importation) Act, 1964. Animals listed in the Schedule to the Act may only be imported under a licence issued by the Board of Trade. My right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade and I are advised on the administration of the Act by an Advisory Committee of experts under the Chairmanship of Lord Cranbrook.