§ 28. Miss Fookesasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will take steps to prohibit the docking of puppies' tails, as recommended by the Council of the British Veterinary Association.
§ Mr. LaneThe docking of puppies' tails is subject to the restrictions imposed by the Protection of Animals (Anaesthetics) Act 1954 and the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. I am not persuaded that the Government should seek powers to prohibit the practice.