11 JUNE 1948, Page 16

SIR,—The law forbidding the steel gin to be set in

the open, as described by Jack A. Brantley in your issue of June 4th, has for years been dis- regarded in certain counties in England and Wales. The steel gin is used as a means of ensuring a regular supply of rabbits to the market.—

I am, Sir, yours faithfully, ERIC PARKER. Feathercombe, Hambledon, Godalming.