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NDM8368 Debate on a Member's Legislative Proposal - A Bill to promote responsible dog ownership

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Meeting: 11/10/2023 - Plenary (Item 6)

Debate on a Member's Legislative Proposal - A Bill to promote responsible dog ownership

NDM8368 Peredur Owen Griffiths (South Wales East)

To propose that the Senedd:

1. Notes a proposal for a Bill to promote responsible dog ownership.

2. Notes that the purpose of the Bill would be to:

a) promote community safety following an increasing number of serious dog attacks across Wales including some tragic fatalities;

b) introduce guidance and regulations for anyone wishing to own certain dog breeds, whereby owners have to fulfil certain criteria to own a potentially dangerous dog;

c) consult with stakeholders to establish a definition of a potentially dangerous dog;

d) place a duty on local authorities to set up partnerships to administer the regulations and achieve a consistent pan-Wales approach; and

e) promote local and national initiatives aimed at improving animal welfare, improving public awareness and educating the public on responsible dog ownership.

Supporters:

Delyth Jewell (South Wales East)

Minutes:

The item started at 16.08