PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Trapping (4 October 2024)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to implement a total ban on snares.
Asked by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat)
Asked by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat)
Answer
This is a devolved matter and the information provided therefore relates to England only.
The Government will introduce the most ambitious programme for animal welfare in a generation. As outlined in our manifesto, we will bring an end to the use of snare traps. We are considering the most effective way to deliver this commitment and will be setting out next steps in due course.
Answered by:
Mary Creagh (Labour)
9 October 2024
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