The MPs claim the evidence shows a cull would do nothing to eradicate the disease, and is likely to make matters worse, and say Mr Benn is right to take his decision in accordance with science. They hope Elin Jones, Minister for Rural Affairs at the Welsh Assembly “will set aside her intention to allow a cull, and return to an evidence- based approach”.

The motion was tabled by former Welsh First Minister Alun Michael, who said: “Given that we have a long and porous border between Wales and England any widespread culling of badgers in Wales would be bad for farmers in Wales and could also be very bad for farmers in England.”

It has been signed by several Welsh Labour MPs, and maverick English Tory Peter Bottomley. And campaign group Viva! urged Welsh Assembly Members to put pressure on Ms Jones to follow England and throw out proposals for a cull.

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