Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 6306

Reindeer: Animal Welfare

Tabled: 4 October 2024
Answered: 10 October 2024

Question

Cat Smith

LabourLancaster and Wyre

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to help ensure the welfare of reindeer used at seasonal events in winter 2024-25.

Answer

Daniel Zeichner
Under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 (the 2006 Act), owners and keepers of animals, including reindeer, must take reasonable steps to provide for the health and welfare of animals under their care. Under schedule 7 of the Licensing of Activities Involving An...

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