HC Deb 01 December 1986 vol 106 cc464-5W
Mr. Andrew Bowden

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will ensure that the Hong Kong authorities issue entry permits for three elephants, Camilla, Leila and Mina owned by Chipperfields circus.

Mr. Renton

I refer my hon. Friend to the reply given to the hon. Member for Leyton (Mr. Harry Cohen) on 28 November, at column382.

Mr. Andrew Bowden

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what steps will be taken by the Hong Kong authorities to assure the physical and physiological welfare of the three elephants, Camilla, Leila and Mina owned by Chipperfields at present on the way by ship to Hong Kong.

Mr. Renton

The Hong Kong Government have confirmed that all necessary arrangements will be made for veterinary inspection and for safe keeping of the animals while they are in Hong Kong.

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