Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Alister Jack and Boris Johnson

Tuesday 20th February 2018 Commons Chamber

[Boris Johnson]

I assure the hon. Gentleman that I have nothing but admiration for the hard work and dedication of the Whitehall civil servants who are preparing the Brexit negotiations. Believe me, they are doing a superb job.

[Mr Alister Jack (Dumfries and Galloway) (Con)]

4. What steps his Department is taking to tackle the illegal wildlife trade.

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[Mr Jack]

At that conference, will my right hon. Friend ensure that the United Kingdom remains at the forefront of efforts to stamp out the illegal trade in ivory?

[Boris Johnson]

As my hon. Friend will know, we are nearing the conclusion of a consultation about a total ban on ivory, which I think many people in the House and in the country would agree is devoutly to be wished for. We will see where we get to, but I think my hon. Friend can count on us once again to be in the lead, and I believe that the October summit will produce some very substantive conclusions on saving elephants.