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Written question asked by Baroness Miller of Chilthorne Domer (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 October 2010.


Animal Welfare Act 2006

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they will strengthen the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 in respect of normal owl behaviour patterns and the provision of a suitable environment for owls.
Answer

It is already an offence under the Animal Welfare Act (2006) to fail to provide for the welfare needs of any animal under the control of man or to cause unnecessary suffering to any animal. We have no plans to introduce any further requirements relating specifically to owls.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3126; 721 c305WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Animal welfare Owls
Legislation
Animal Welfare Act 2006
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk