§ Mr. Deakinsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many licences for the export of cattle and pigs for slaughter were in operation on 12th July 1973; and how many are in operation now.
§ Sir G. HoweForty-four on 12th July 1973 and 10 now. No export licences for live cattle and pigs except for breeding and exhibitions have been issued since 12th July.
§ Mr. Woodhouseasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry to which countries the export of live food animals is still permitted; and, in each case, when the current licences will expire.
§ Sir G. HoweIt is not the practice to disclose details of export licences.