HC Deb 16 July 1974 vol 877 cc116-7W
Mr. Donald Stewart

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what further progress has been made in the eradication of brucellosis; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. William Ross

About three-quarters of eligible herds have joined the voluntary schemes and about two-thirds of our cattle are now accredited. Compulsory eradication is proceeding over a wide area of the country and will be extended as quickly as our resources will allow.

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