Written Question · S3W-24239 · Session 3
Whether it is considering introducing regulations on the welfare of greyhounds.
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether it is considering introducing regulations on the welfare of greyhounds.
The answer
The Scottish Government have no plans to introduce regulations on the welfare of greyhounds. The provisions of section 24 of the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006, which requires those responsible for animals to take steps to ensure that the needs of such animals are met, is sufficient to ensure the welfare of greyhounds.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S3W-24239 by reference.