asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if he will outline his response to newspaper reports that he authorised ERAD to carry out gassing of badgers; the scientific basis which states conclusively that these animals are responsible for the spread of bovine TB; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Badger Population.
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I have not authorised ERAD to carry out gassing of badgers. The position remains as outlined in my reply to Parliamentary Question No. 81 of 21 November 1989.