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Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Hunting

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will hold a consultation on hunting with hounds.

Answer

In the Animal Welfare Strategy, published 22 December 2025, Defra confirmed its intention to consult in early 2026 on how to deliver a ban on trail hunting. The planned consultation will invite respondents to raise any matters which they consider relevant and will provide an opportunity to submit views on how to deliver an effective ban.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
122061
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Dogs Hunting Public consultation
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk