Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 85572

Guide Dogs

Tabled: 27 October 2025

Answered: 31 October 2025

Question

James MacCleary

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure an adequate number of working guide dogs.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms

The UK government recognises the invaluable role guide dogs play in enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with visual and hearing loss.Assistance dogs are not funded or provided by the government. Direct provision of guide dogs is...

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