Schedule 4 - Abolition of the Horserace Betting Levy System: Consequential Amendments
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill
11:00 am
Mr Andrew Rosindell (Romford, Conservative)
I endorse the amendment. The welfare of animals should always be uppermost in the minds of people who take part in sporting activities. There is a greyhound stadium in my constituency, so I am concerned about the welfare of greyhounds. Of course, that is not encompassed by the Bill, but the same principle applies.
I hope that the Minister will take on board the concerns raised by the hon. Member for Colne Valley. It is vital that we ensure that the matter is dealt with by the Bill. In his response, would the Minister clarify any discussions he may have had with horse welfare organisations? I would particularly like to know whether he has had any discussions with the British Horse Society or other groups that take animal welfare to heart with regard to sporting activities.