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Written question asked by Countess of Mar (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 March 2005. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Monday, 21 March 2005.


Whitty, Lord

Question
What is the estimated cost per badger, based upon the estimated badger population in the south west and midland regions of England, of (a) providing manpower and resources for testing cattle for bovine tuberculosis; (b) the slaughter of affected cattle; (c) compensation of farmers for slaughtered livestock; and (d) damage to crops and the environment. [HL 1708]. - Inc figures.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
671 c13-4WA; HL 1708
Session
2004-05
Subjects
Compensation Crops Costs Badgers Cattle Damage Environment Disease control Farmers Livestock Staff Testing Bovine tuberculosis
Contains statistics
Yes