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Written question asked by David Rendel (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 3 December 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 9 December 1998. It was answered by George Howarth (Labour) on Wednesday, 9 December 1998 on behalf of the Home Office.


Home Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, which fire service authorities are currently equipped with dog collars that administer electric shocks to the animals. - Includes fact that information is not held centrally.
Answer

Mr. Rendel: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department which fire service authorities are currently equipped with dog collars that administer electric shocks to the animals. [63081] Mr. George Howarth: Information is not held centrally, but I am not aware of any such arrangements for dogs used by brigades to assist in fire investigations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
63081; 322 c212W
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Abuse Animals Dogs Fire and rescue services Electronic training aids