AQW 26377/22-27

Ms Claire Sugden
Independent
East Londonderry

Tabled Date: 30/04/2025
Answered On Date: 12/05/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs whether the proposed expert review of dog breeding regulations will include an assessment of the adequacy of enforcement mechanisms to prevent illegal breeding practices.

Answer:

The Expert Advisory Group, when established, will be assigned to conduct a comprehensive review of current dog breeding regulations and their implementation in Northern Ireland. As part of this, the Group will be engaging with key stakeholders, including local councils through their statutory enforcement role, to collect pertinent evidence to inform its report and recommendations.