A Bill to make provision for the licensing of animal shelters; and for connected purposes.
The Animal Shelters (Licensing) Bill would create a legal framework requiring animal shelters to be licensed and to meet minimum welfare standards for the animals in their care. It sets out who issues licences, what standards apply, and what happens if a shelter fails to comply, including potential penalties. The aim is to improve animal welfare and provide clearer oversight of shelters.
The bill is currently at First Reading in the House of Commons and has not yet progressed to Second Reading. If moved forward, it would proceed to the Second Reading and subsequent stages.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Private Members' (Presentation) Bill is due to have its Second Reading on Friday 27 February 2026, although the House of Commons is not expected to be sitting on that date.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.