Question reference: S6W-10328
- Date lodged: 16 August 2022
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Current status: Answered by Mairi Gougeon on 22 August 2022
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its timetable for extending the framework for licensing of activities involving animals to include performing animals and animal encounters (mobile zoos).
Answer
The Programme for Government 2021-22 commits the Scottish Government to consult on legislation to extend the new framework that came into force on 1 September 2021 for the licensing of animal welfare establishments, dog, cat and rabbit breeding and pet sales to performing animals and animal encounters.
We are engaged in initial discussions and information gathering with stakeholders in this area and plan to consult further in the coming months.