Written question asked by Lord Houghton of Sowerby (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 October 1992. It was answered by Earl Ferrers (Conservative) on Thursday, 29 October 1992.

Ferrers, Earl

Question: How many alleged pit bull terriers are in the custody of police, in what places they are held, & how many have been in detention for more than 6 months & why owners of alleged pit bull terriers taken into possession by the police are refused information as to where they are held, are denied access, & are unable to have them inspected by an independent veterinary surgeon or other responsible person to check on their state of health & condition. - Info not held centrally & could only by obtained at disproportionate cost.

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