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Written question asked by Lord Monson (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Earl Attlee (Conservative) on Tuesday, 13 July 2010.


Buses: Dogs

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether bus drivers can prevent would-be passengers with well-behaved dogs from boarding on the ground that one or more individuals on the bus may object to dogs on cultural or religious grounds.
Answer

A bus driver, inspector or conductor has the right in law to ask any passenger to remove from the bus any animal that they have with them. The driver does not need to supply a reason. This rule does not, however, apply to assistance dogs, guide dogs or hearing dogs accompanying disabled passengers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
936; 720 c115WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Bus services Dogs
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk