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Written question asked by Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 10 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 October 2025 (named day). It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Thursday, 23 October 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Stray Dogs

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the (a) potential implications for her policies of trends in the number of and (b) effectiveness of the response from local authorities in tackling stray dogs.

Answer

The Government regularly meets with stakeholders to understand the issues and trends affecting the sector. This includes the impact of the rising cost of living on pet owners and welfare organisations, as well as issues local authorities may face in meeting their obligations related to stray dogs under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
80723
Session
2024-26
Related items
Stray Dogs
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Stray dogs
Link
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