§ Mr. Raymond Ellisasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what plans he has to reduce the number of bee disease inspectors; what effect he estimates this will have on the health of bees; and if he will ensure that no reduction takes place which will prejudice bee hygiene.
§ Mr. WigginA small increase in the number of bee disease inspectors is proposed for 1981 as compared with 1980. There is no change in my Department's policy for systematic inspection of bee colonies.