§ Lord Hardy of Wathasked Her Majesty's Government:
When they propose to consider the question of accession to the Council of Europe Convention concerning the welfare of pet animals. [HL1385]
§ Lord Williams of MostynNo decision has been made as to whether the United Kingdom should accede to the Council of Europe Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals. The Government are not intending to commence a review of the matter before next year.