asked the Minister for Agriculture the circumstances in which he is considering introducing a blood test, supplemental to the milk ring test, in the pre-intensive brucellosis eradication scheme; and when he expects to make a final decision in the matter.
Written Answers . - Brucellosis Eradication Scheme .
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: I have at present under consideration the possibility of allowing a supplementary blood test under the pre-intensive brucellosis scheme where the milk ring test gives an inconclusive result. The question of allowing an optional blood test for suckler herds is also being considered. I hope to be in a position to give a final decision on these matters shortly.