Question regarding the introduction of Stop Puppy Farming legislation, funding for pet shop upgrades, and compensation for potential closures. The government intends to introduce the legislation by year's end, with further details under consideration.

AnsweredQoN 5285Legislative Assembly
Asked
6 August 2019
Portfolio
Local Government

QuestionView source ↗

I refer to
the proposed Stop Puppy Farming legislation, and ask: (a) Will
the legislation be introduced into Parliament before the end of the year; (b) Will any funding be allocated to enable pet shops to
upgrade their facilities to accommodate larger dogs: (i) If
yes, how much money will be available to each shop; and (ii) If
not, why not; and (c) Will any compensation be provided to pet shops if they
close down as a result of the changes to laws covering the selling of dogs: (i) If
yes, how much in compensation will be available to each shop; and (ii) If
not, why not?

AnswerView source ↗

Answered
17 September 2019
Responded by
Minister for Local Government
Response time
12 days
(a) It is the Government’s intention to introduce the Stop Puppy Farming legislation to Parliament by the end of the year.
(b) The Stop Puppy Farming election commitment has undergone public consultation and is under consideration.
(i-ii) Not applicable
(c)(i-ii) Not applicable

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