§ Adam PriceTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if the Government plans to introduce licensing for dog ownership. [43966]
§ Mr. MeacherI have been asked to reply.
The Government do not plan to introduce licensing for dog ownership—the previous dog licensing system ceased in 1988 because it cost more to administer than the revenue it produced. DEFRA promotes responsible dog ownership through byelaws, education and publicity.