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Written question asked by Greg Hands (Conservative) on Thursday, 6 July 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 July 2006. It was answered by Ben Bradshaw (Labour) on Friday, 14 July 2006 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Pet Fairs

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what plans he has to change the regulations relating to the sale of pets at pet fairs and other informal markets.
Answer

Our proposal to license pet fairs is detailed in the Regulatory Impact Assessment which was published alongside the Animal Welfare Bill. The Bill is currently being considered by Parliament.The Department will consider any implications that the findings of the recent Judicial Review may have on our proposals to regulate pet fairs. We also intend to undertake a full public consultation before any regulations in this area are made.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
84415; 448 c2185W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Markets Pets
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk