Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 107198
Hunting: Dogs
Tabled: 20 January 2026
Answered: 29 January 2026
Question
James Naish
Labour — Rushcliffe
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what plans she has to bring forward legislation to prohibit the use of dogs in hunting activities, including trail hunting.
Answer
Dame Angela EagleThis Government is committed to enacting a ban on the activity of trail hunting in line with its manifesto commitment. Work to determine the best approach for doing so is ongoing and Defra intends to consult on how to deliver a ban this year. We plan to i...
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