§ Mr. Ian Campbellasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps are taken by veterinary surgeons employed by his Department to carry out inspections of animals in intensive fanning units; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Gordon CampbellMy veterinary responsibilities in Scotland are by arrangement exercised by veterinary staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and routine visits of inspection are made by these officers to intensive farming units in Scotland. Intensive systems of animal management are also kept under constant review by the Farm Animals Welfare Advisory Committee.