Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs written question – answered at on 16 March 2026.
Gareth Thomas
Labour/Co-operative, Harrow West
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, for what reason does the Animal Welfare Strategy for England not include measures to reduce the impact of fireworks on pets.
Angela Eagle
The Minister of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
The Animal Welfare Strategy sets out the UK Government’s priorities for England and is a comprehensive set of reforms which will improve the lives of millions of animals.
The Government continues to engage with businesses, consumer groups and charities to gather evidence on the issues and impacts of fireworks, including on animal welfare.
Yes1 person thinks so
No3 people think not
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