§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales how many outbreaks of scab were confirmed in Wales during the last 12 months ; what were the corresponding figures for the last three years ; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsNone. The number of cases of sheep scab confirmed in Wales for the last three years is as follows :
1977 3 1978 Nil 1979 Nil Provided that there is no deterioration, compulsory dipping this year will be confined to Devon, Cornwall and parts of North-West Somerset during the period of 13 October-14 November.