OPERATION KONGO

Early day motion 671, tabled 7 February 2005 by Lord Stratford (Labour). Signed by 62 members.

That this House enthusiastically congratulates the RSPCA and Scotland Yard's Wildlife Crime Unit on their successful raid on the Fountain public house in Bethnal Green and arrest of 14 men in connection with the illegal trade in songbirds; points out that between 50 and 70 per cent. of wild birds die within a fortnight of being trapped; and urges courts to deliver exemplary punishments to all those involved in this unbelievably selfish and wicked trade.

Signatures by party: Labour 42, Liberal Democrat 10, Conservative 3, DUP 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, UUP 2, Plaid Cymru 1.