PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
(10 June 2026)

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how the prohibition on children being left unsupervised with banned breeds will be enforced; and what will the consequences of enforcement.

Asked by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat)

Enforcement of the Dangerous Dogs Act is a matter for the police, who have existing powers to take action where necessary. If non-compliance with the condition is identified, they can take enforcement action in line with those powers. This could include seizing a dog and pursuing prosecution where appropriate.

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