§ Mr. William RossTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he has any plans to bring Northern Ireland dog-licensing law into line with the law in Great Britain; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ViggersNo. Requirement for dog control in Northern Ireland are separate from those which exist in Great Britain. The present dog-licensing arrangements in Northern Ireland are part of control measures introduced after extensive discussion with local interests to meet Northern Ireland requirements.