Amend the Animals Act 1971 to limit strict liability for damage done by animals.
House of Commons
30 October 2007
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This bill would amend the Animals Act 1971 to limit the use of strict liability for damage caused by animals. In effect, it would move toward fault-based liability in more cases, meaning people harmed by animals may need to show fault or other conditions for compensation. The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons, with a first reading in 2007 and an accompanying amendment paper.
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27 Jun 2007
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