HC Deb 13 May 1976 vol 911 c250W
Mr. David Price

asked the Secretary of State for Trade, in view of the danger of rabies being introduced into Great Britain, what steps Her Majesty's Coastguard is taking to strengthen defences against the illegal entry of animals.

Mr. Clinton Davis

Prevention of the illegal entry of animals is not a responsibility of Her Majesty's Coastguard but of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food who have issued a leaflet to Her Majesty's Coastguard and others, whose duties may bring them into contact with potential offenders, urging extra vigilance.

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