Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 1 December 1988. It was answered by Viscount Hailsham (Conservative) on Thursday, 1 December 1988 on behalf of the Home Office.

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Written question

Question

If, on behalf of HM Govt, Home Sec intends to sign both articles 10 & 21 of the European convention on the mutilation of animals concerning tail docking of dogs; what representations have been received about signing article 10 but not article 21 of European convention on the mutilation of animals. - Includes ref to 137 c404-5W.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

142 c401W;142 c398-9W

Session

1988-89

Subjects

Animal welfare Dogs Pets Treaties European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals