20/07/2011
Trial culls of badgers are proposed in two areas of England to help reduce bovine TB. Anna Hill finds out how it will be done and hears concerns from wildlife groups.
A pilot cull of badgers is being proposed for two areas of England to help control the spread of bovine TB. Nearly 25 thousand cattle were slaughtered in England last year because of the disease - thought to be spread by badgers. Secretary of State Caroline Spelman explains how the cull will be carried out and monitored for efficacy and humaneness ahead of any licensed culls. DEFRA is launching a consultation on the methodology ahead of the trials. Anna Hill asks Caroline Spelman how many badgers will be killed and hears from those concerned about the plans.
Presented by Anna Hill. Produced by Anne-Marie Bullock.
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