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Written question asked by Olivia Blake (Labour) on Friday, 1 September 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 6 September 2023 (named day). It was answered by Trudy Harrison (Conservative) on Wednesday, 6 September 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, when she expects the Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (England) Regulations 2023 to be debated in the House of Commons.

Answer

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


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
197211
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Animal welfare Dogs Cats Electronic training aids
Legislation
Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (England) Regulations 2023
Link
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