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Written question asked by Chris Bloore (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 March 2026. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Hunting: Dogs

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether the planned consultation on hunting with dogs will accept submissions on potential amendments to Schedule 1 of the Hunting Act 2004.

Answer

The Government is committed to enacting a ban on trail hunting, in line with its manifesto commitment. Defra will consult early this year on how to deliver a ban. All responses to the consultation will be considered carefully.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
117967
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Dogs Hunting Public consultation
Legislation
Hunting Act 2004
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk