§ Mr. BakerTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, pursuant to his answer of 24 July 2000,Official Report, column 456W, on animal experiments, what measures his Department is taking to ensure that animal welfare is not compromised when project licences are considered and granted while trying to make the process more efficient; and if he will make a statement. [137536]
§ Mr. Mike O'BrienNo changes will be made to the licensing arrangements that might compromise animal welfare.