Written question asked by James Naish (Labour) on Thursday, 8 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 January 2026. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Dogs: Animal Welfare
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has considered banning prong collars in addition to shock collars as part of the Government's Animal Welfare Strategy published 22nd December 2025.
- Answer
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As set out in the Animal Welfare Strategy, we will consult on whether to ban the use of electric shock collars later in this Parliament. We will carefully consider the scope of the consultation ahead of its publication.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 104324
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Animal welfare Dogs Electronic training aids
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- 2026-01-14 16:18:50 +0000
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