Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Rachael Maskell (Labour), on Monday, 9 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 22 members in total.

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Fipronil and Imidacloprid Pesticides

That this House expresses grave concern that fipronil and imidacloprid, pesticides banned for outdoor agricultural use, are still being widely used in domestic veterinary treatments for ticks and fleas in cats and dogs; recognises that the widespread use of these substances contributes significantly to freshwater pollution; highlights that these chemicals are among many available to pet owners, and that limiting their application would not impede effective pet parasite control; and therefore, calls upon the Government to urgently implement stricter regulations on veterinary medicines to effectively reduce the concentrations of these harmful pesticides in order to protect beneficial invertebrates and ecosystems for future generations.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

2928 

Session

2024-26

Other sponsors

Ruth Jones

Rachel Gilmour

Cat Eccles

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Brian Leishman

Subjects

Environment protection Pets Veterinary services Insecticides

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk