I want to see our high animal welfare standards maintained and enhanced as we leave the European Union.
A number of constituents have contacted me about the vote on New Clause 30 of the EU (Withdrawal) Bill. This vote was not about the principle of whether animals can feel. As the proud owner of a mischievous cat, I know this is very much the case!
As the Minister stated in the debate, "Animals will continue to be recognised as sentient under domestic law".
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