Current status: Answered by Mairi Gougeon on 26 October 2021
To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to consult on legislation to extend the framework for licensing of activities involving animals and, if so, within what timescale.
The Programme for Government 2020-21 commits the Scottish Government to consult on legislation to extend the new framework that came into force on 1 September for the licensing of animal welfare establishments, dog, cat and rabbit breeding and pet sales to performing animals and animal care services.
We plan to bring forward consultations in this area in due course after allowing a period of familiarisation with the recent licensing changes, so that the practical experiences of local authorities in implementing these can be considered in any future proposals.