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Written question asked by Alan Campbell (Labour) on Friday, 6 November 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 10 November 2015. It was answered by George Eustice (Conservative) on Monday, 16 November 2015 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Pets: Sales

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what plans she has to amend the licensing schedule under the Pet Animals Act 1951 to make it species specific.

Answer

Defra is reviewing the Pet Animals Act 1951 as part of a wider review of some of the animal related licensing schemes. We are aiming to consult on a set of proposals shortly.



Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15209
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Licensing Pets Sales
Legislation
Pet Animals Act 1951
Link
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