May 29th, 2024
2 mins
The Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill, which seeks to end the export of certain animals for fattening and slaughter from and through England, Wales, and Scotland had its third reading in the House of Lords on 14th May.
This was a chance for members to make any small changes to ensure the eventual law is effective, workable and without loopholes. However, no changes were put forward ahead of this third reading and as both Houses have agreed on the text of the bill, it now awaits the final stage of Royal Assent where it will become an Act of Parliament (law).
A date for Royal Assent has yet to be scheduled.
You can watch the session on catch up here: Parliament TV.
The transcript of the debate can be accessed here: Lords Hansard transcript.
Further background information can also be found here: House of Lords Library briefing.
