Written question asked by Lord Houghton of Sowerby (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 March 1995. It was answered by Baroness Blatch (Conservative) on Monday, 20 March 1995.

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Blatch, Baroness

Question

Whether the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 has resulted in the formation of a large group of experts in its administration; and, if so, (a) whether one expert has been used in 450 cases in the last year; (b) how much money has been paid to such experts for fees related to court cases; and (c) whether they are satisfied that such experts are as freely accessible to dog owners as they are to police authorities.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

562 c60WA

Session

1994-95

Subjects

Dogs Expert evidence

Legislation

Dangerous Dogs Act 1991