§ Mr. LuffTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will make it her policy to consult Lord Burns over interpretation of his report on hunting with dogs before drafting legislation on the subject, with particular reference to the issues of cruelty and utility. [46360]
§ Alun MichaelI have emphasised the importance of the Burns Report and met Lord Burns to discuss his report after taking up my present responsibilities. I shall welcome comments from all those who have constructive comments to make following my statement on 21 March.