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Written question asked by Stephen Crabb (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 July 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 July 2009. It was answered by Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 July 2009 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Animal Welfare

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what recent representations he has received in respect of his Department's consultation on proposals to remove strict liability from animal owners under the Animals Act 1971; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

DEFRA has received 33 responses from a wide range of respondents, including private individuals, large national organisations, small local or regional groups, independent equine businesses, insurance companies and legal firms. We are now considering these detailed responses and will publish a summary of responses shortly.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
495 c634W; 284683
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Animals Insurance
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk