Written question asked by Lord Stratford (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 March 1997. It was answered by Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate (Conservative) on Tuesday, 4 March 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: For what reasons rabies is singled out for particular attention in his Department's publication, Essential Information for United Kingdom passport-holders.

Answer: Mr. Tony Banks: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department for what reasons rabies is singled out for particular attention in his Department's publication, "Essential Information for United Kingdom passport-holders". [18361] Mr. Kirkhope: It is felt desirable to warn British passport holders travelling abroad of the potential dangers of rabies as it is still endemic in certain parts of the world, such as the Indian sub-continent, where over 10,000 deaths a year are directly attributable to the disease. The "Essential Information" publication, issued with all British passports, provides helpful advice and reminders to passport holders about sensible precautions which they can take when going abroad. The inclusion of factual information about rabies is still considered highly appropriate.

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