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Mr. Swayne
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has to seek recategorisation of infective salmon anaemia as a List 3 disease. [76214]
Mr. Macdonald
None. We remain committed to the eradication of infectious salmon anaemia from our waters.From 1 July 1999, this will be a matter for the Scottish Parliament.
Mr. Swayne
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what measures he is taking to promote vaccination of salmon against infective salmon anaemia. [76211]
Mr. Macdonald
Vaccination against infectious salmon anaemia is not compatible with our strategy of eradication and is not permitted by EC and domestic legislation.From 1 July 1999, this will be a matter for the Scottish Parliament.