A Bill to make provision for the licensing of animal shelters; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Mr Richard HoldenConservative
25 February 2026
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The Animal Shelters (Licensing) Bill would create a formal licensing system for animal shelters, setting out the rules they must follow to operate. It aims to improve animal welfare by ensuring shelters meet minimum standards and are properly overseen. The bill is currently progressing through Parliament in the Commons.
The bill had its first reading in the Commons on 11 June 2025 and its second reading is scheduled for 17 April 2026; it is currently at the second reading stage in the Commons.
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This Private Members' (Presentation) Bill is due to have its Second Reading on Friday 17 April 2026, although the House of Commons is not expected to be sitting on that date.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
