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Written question asked by Catherine West (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 November 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 November 2023. It was answered by Trudy Harrison (Conservative) on Monday, 13 November 2023 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Cats: Theft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with animal charities on the theft of (a) pedigree and (b) other cats.

Answer

The cross-Government Pet Theft Taskforce published their findings in September 2021 with input from animal welfare groups and experts in relevant fields including the issue of cat theft.

We would be supportive of legislation on pet abduction when parliamentary time allows. We have listened carefully to views expressed on the pet abduction measures during the passage of the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill including adding cats. We will take this feedback into consideration when delivering this measure.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
358
Session
2023-24
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Charities Theft Cats
Link
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