Written question asked by Suella Braverman (Reform UK) on Monday, 27 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 29 April 2026. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Birds: Licensing
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department plans to review the requirement for digital‑only submission of licence applications and supporting documents for bird gatherings when operating under the Specific Licence.
- Answer
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The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is committed to providing a digital first but not digital only service. Accessibility is a paramount concern and one that APHA is committed to adhering to and monitoring, as per Government Digital Services requirements. Gathering organisers who need assistance can call APHA and a team will assist with completing the online application.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 129868
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Birds Animal breeding Licensing Exhibitions
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- 2026-04-29 11:43:43 +0100
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