HC Deb 30 June 1986 vol 100 cc407-8W
Mr. D. E. Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make it his policy to base any compensation scheme for loss of income as a result of the order controlling the movement of sheep and lambs, on schemes implemented for infectious diseases such as foot and mouth epidemics; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Nicholas Edwards

The present circumstances are not comparable with those that arise in cases of infectious disease, where slaughter is the effective means of control. The Government have said that if it should prove to be necessary they will be prepared to discuss cases of compensation for severe loss in particular circumstances to specific farmers.

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