Lib Dem Animal Welfare Bill becomes law

Responding to his Animal Welfare Bill receiving Royal Assent and becoming law, Danny Chambers MP, a vet and Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Mental Health, said:

"I am incredibly proud to see this Bill receive Royal Assent and become law. This Act marks a turning point for animal welfare in the UK, stopping pet mutilation in Britain once and for all and eradicating cruel practices that should have been wiped out years ago.

"We have now successfully closed the loopholes that allowed such abuse to persist. As a vet, I saw firsthand the horrendous injuries, infections, and psychological trauma mutilated animals face every day. Furthermore, this law finally addresses the serious public health risks associated with illegal puppy smuggling and the importation of dangerous diseases.

"When I became an MP, I vowed to use my veterinary expertise to fight for these changes - and used my maiden speech to do just that. I couldn't be happier that, within the first year of this parliament, we have delivered on that promise - ending puppy smuggling and ear cropping, and safeguarding public health."

ENDS

Notes to Editors:

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