§ Jackie BallardTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to issue licences for cub hunting on his Department's land; and what restrictions will be placed on these licences. [43862]
§ Mr. SpellarFoxhunting with hounds takes place on the Defence Estate under licence and is conducted in accordance with the rules of the Master of Foxhounds Association and the additional restriction that the practices of digging out and holding up are not permitted.