Debate contribution: Bovine Tuberculosis

Debate contribution by Mr Brian Kingston on 28 September 2026.

MLA: Mr Brian Kingston
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 28 September 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Bovine Tuberculosis
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5762203

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I thank the Minister for that answer. Indeed, we know that bovine TB is a nightmare for farmers and can result in the mandatory slaughter of an entire cattle herd. Are there circumstances in which the Minister would support a limited and controlled badger cull in order to prevent the spread of bovine TB?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3993/22-27.

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