HL Deb 09 February 2000 vol 609 cc99-100WA
Lord Hoyle

asked Her Majesty's Government:

In connection with the pet travel scheme, when a system of documents will be put in place for French residents bringing pets to this country in relation to rabies; and [HL838]

When under the pet travel scheme veterinary surgeons in France will receive documents relating to certification that ticking and worming have been carried out; and [HL839]

What information has been supplied to French veterinary surgeons about the pet pilot travel scheme; and [HL840]

Whether the discussions with the French Government regarding arrangements for the surveillance of carrier activities participating in the pet pilot passport travel scheme have been finalised. [HL841]

Baroness Hayman

We have provided the French veterinary authorities with details of the pilot Pet Travel Scheme, which we have asked them to pass on to veterinary surgeons in France. The French Government has sent us copies of a rabies certificate for use by French residents wishing to take part in the Pet Travel Scheme, and a tick and tapeworm treatment certificate. Their printing and distribution to veterinary surgeons in France is a matter for the French Government. Discussions with the French authorities on the surveillance of carrier activities in relation to the scheme are continuing.