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Written question asked by Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 February 2011.


Animal Welfare: Pet Shops

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what is their assessment of the case for improving animal welfare in pet shops.
Answer

I am satisfied that the Pet Animals Act 1951 (as amended in 1983) together with the Animal Welfare Act 2006 provide adequate protection for the welfare of animals sold as pets.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6736; 725 c129-30WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Animal welfare Pets Sales
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk