§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will set up a committee to inquire into the workings of the Cruelty to Animals Act 1876; and if he is satisfied that this Act needs no amendment.
§ Dr. SummerskillWe do not think that a further study of the working of the Cruelty to Animals Act 1876 is warranted. The Government are not contemplating introducing legislation on this subject at present.
§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will receive a deputation from animal organisations to discuss the workings of the Cruelty to Animals Act 1876.
§ Dr. SummerskillIf my hon. Friend will write to me with details of the matters for discussion, I shall be glad to consider such a meeting.