Written question asked by Earl of Haddington (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 May 1999. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Thursday, 6 May 1999.

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Whitty, Lord

Question

Whether they will list all research completed on the efficacy of, and comparisons between (a) lead shot, (b) steel shot and (c) bismuth shot as used or proposed for use in shotgun cartridges or for fishing line weights for use by anglers; and whether they will place copies of all such research in the Library of the House. [HL 2154]. - Includes ref to reports in Library.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 2154; 600 c106WA

Session

1998-99

Subjects

Birds Ammunition Lead Nature conservation Research Angling