Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 114543
Animals: Abuse
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 27 February 2026
Question
Peter Swallow
Labour — Bracknell
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department is considering measures to restrict those convicted of animal abuse from purchasing animals.
Answer
Dame Angela EaglePost‑conviction sentencing powers under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 already include disqualification orders, which prevent individuals convicted of animal cruelty from owning, keeping, or participating in the care of animals. Where police or local authori...
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