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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative) on Monday, 28 November 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 December 2016. It was answered by Lord Gardiner of Kimble (Conservative) on Monday, 12 December 2016 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Hill Farming: Lake District

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what is their assessment of the contribution of hill farmers in the Lake District to the welfare and long-term conservation of heritage sheep breeds.

Answer

The Government recognises the valuable contribution of hill farmers in ensuring the well-being and survival of heritage sheep breeds in the Lake District. Long traditions of shepherding and sheep such as Herdwicks and Rough Fells are part of the distinctive culture and landscape of the Lakes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3633
Session
2016-17
Related items
Hill Farming
Tuesday, 3 January 2017
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Animal welfare Animal breeding Conservation Sheep Hill farming Lake District
Link
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