Written question asked by Lord Randall of Uxbridge (Conservative) on Monday, 1 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2026. It was answered by Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Labour) on Monday, 8 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Cats: Animal Breeding
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have, if any, to ban the breeding of wildcat hybrids in light of animal welfare concerns.
- Answer
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As part of delivering the Animal Welfare Strategy, which was published on 22 December 2025, this Government will take steps to improve our understanding of the size, scale and current management practices related to cat breeding. Defra officials are drawing on expertise from the sector and considering any further steps which may improve welfare practices.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL510
- Session
- 2026-27
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Animal welfare Animal breeding Cats
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- 2026-06-08 16:55:30 +0100
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