§ 2. Mr. Wallasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on the future protection of the common seal.
§ Mr. HoyThe Government's views will be made known shortly in connection with legislation that has just been introduced in another place.
§ 21. Mr. Buchanan-Smithasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what action he proposes regarding the culling of seals following his consultations with the National Trust and the Natural Environment Research Council.
§ Mr. HoyMy right hon. Friend is continuing discussions with a view to preparing the way for further culling on the Farne Islands.