Written question asked by Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 7 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Thursday, 15 January 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Poultry: Animal Housing
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if his Department will introduce a ban on cages for laying hens in the UK.
- Answer
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The recently published animal welfare strategy sets out that ending the use of cages and crates is a key priority for this Government.
As announced on 12 January 2026, a consultation on a proposal to ban the keeping of laying hens, pullets and breeder layers in cages has been launched and will close on 9 March 2026.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 103841
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
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Animal welfare strategy for England
Monday, 22 December 2025
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
- Subjects
- Animal housing Poultry
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- 2026-03-02 11:25:05 +0000
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