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Badger Culling

No. I did say that I was not going to give way again. Other people want to speak. By the time I finish, I will have spoken long enough and will be reprimanded by the Chair.

In other countries, such as Australia, New Zealand and, I am afraid, Ireland, controlling the TB reservoir in wildlife has had a significant effect, eliminating or

severely reducing the incidence of TB in cattle. Fifty per cent. of England is set to be TB-free by next year, with all 10 badger control operations achieving a successful outcome, according to the targets that have been set.

5.2 pm

Sitting suspended for Divisions in the House.

5.25 pm

On resuming—

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
624 cc8-9WH 
Session
2016-17
Chamber / Committee
Westminster Hall
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