HC Deb 13 January 1997 vol 288 c46W
Dr. Goodson-Wickes

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans he has for the future of game licences. [10404]

Mr. Sackville

My right hon. and learned Friend has announced the Government's intention to abolish the licence to kill game. Consultation on the proposal to abolish the licence, and to abolish and/or simplify other aspects of the game licensing system, will take place as soon as possible.