Motion Amendment

Motion TitleCreating a Register of Animal Welfare Offenders - Amendment 1

Motion Amendment TextLeave out all after ‘reoffending’ and insert: ‘further notes with regret the widespread abuse of animals on factory farms; calls on the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to reconsider the merits of introducing proposals to ban the cruel and sadistic practice of hunting with dogs; further calls on the Minister to work with his Executive colleagues to review safeguards against those with such convictions from later being employed in roles relating to the care of animals; and calls on the Minister to explore proposals to establish a register of banned animal welfare offenders and make that information readily accessible to animal rehoming charities and reputable pet retailers.'

Amendment Number1

Motion Amendment CategoryPrivate Members' Motion

Date Tabled to Business Office18/10/2024