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Written question asked by Bill Esterson (Labour) on Monday, 10 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 July 2023 (named day). It was answered by Trudy Harrison (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (England) Regulations 2023

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department plans to proceed with the Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) Regulations.

Answer

We remain committed to introducing a ban on e-collars controlled by hand-held devices that deliver an electric shock to cats or dogs. Parliamentary business will be announced in the usual way.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
193127
Session
2022-23
Related items
Dogs: Electronic Training Aids
Friday, 21 July 2023
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Animal welfare Electronic training aids
Legislation
Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (England) Regulations 2023
Link
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