§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many horses owned by his Department have been killed as a result of participation in fox hunting in each of the past 10 years.
§ Mr. SoamesNone.
§ Mr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence in what circumstances members of the armed forces are permitted to participate in fox hunting activities during duty hours.
§ Mr. SoamesMembers of the armed forces participate in fox hunting by invitation only; such activity is permitted only at the discretion of the commanding officer, and is never pursued to the detriment of military or ceremonial duties.