Sir, I filed my cut on 19 February and before the Minister's public comments of 23 February on how the MND intends to manage the crow population. As his comments set out the broad direction forward, I will make a narrow point about culling. NParks have been helpful to Town Councils, assisting in the removal of nests and with the installation of temporary traps to manage the crow population. Can the Ministry share its protocols with regard to culling or specifically, shooting, as a means of reducing the crow population in Singapore. When and how does it determine that population in a given areas has exceeded acceptable levels or is overpopulated with crows? I understand MND has in recent months been working the Singapore Police Force with a view to shoot crows. What has been the result of this collaboration? Can the Minister update when such measures will be implemented across all Town Councils, with what frequency, and what measures will be imposed to ensure public safety.
