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Written Answers — Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs: Greece (11 Jul 2002)

Mr Richard Spring: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what role police forces from the United Kingdom are playing in the hunt for members of the November 17 terrorist group in Greece; and if he will make a statement.

Rural Policies (16 Jul 1997)

Mr Richard Spring: ...that I have spelt out can be dealt with? Last week, in Hyde park, we witnessed a defining moment. The catalyst was the private Member's Bill that seeks to ban country sports, particularly fox hunting. Marchers came to Hyde park from Scotland, Wales and Cornwall. The Bill makes a clear distinction, albeit a spurious one, between fishing and field sports. Somehow, it is entirely legitimate...

Rural Policies (16 Jul 1997)

Mr Richard Spring: I appreciate that, but, although it is illegal, it is—regrettably—known to happen. The culling of foxes is a particular problem for farmers. If fox hunting were banned, we might just see an upsurge in such activity, which would be thoroughly undesirable. The former executive director of the League Against Cruel Sports, Richard Course, observed: When I became fully and objectively...

Rural Policies (16 Jul 1997)

Mr Richard Spring: ...point to be made, to which my hon. Friend has alluded. A substantial part of our population should be allowed to continue a way of life that is currently under threat. This is not only about hunting, but about all the activities that are linked with it: gymkhanas, horse trials and point-to-points. Those who despise the rural life will inevitably go after shooting as well. Not only would...