Agriculture & Animals

Topical Questions

On Thursday (14th March 24) I asked the Minister about Wild animals used in the tourist industry around the world and used the example of...

Farming Debate 4th March 24

During the farming debate in Westminster I spoke about farming within my constituency and the neighbouring area. Focusing on the...

Animal Welfare Debate

The government scrapped the important Kept Animals Bill and brought forward this private members bill which is frankly not fit for...

My views on animal shock collars

Many people have contacted me about electronic shock collars, also known as e-collars, for dogs and cats. I know people feel very...

Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Bill

I spoke in the Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Bill debate. Riding elephants, running with wild animals and swimming with...

Ban Trophy Hunting Bill 3rd Reading

I am so pleased that The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill passed through the Commons on Friday. Also delighted that I was able...

Shark Fins Bill

Action Plan for Animal Welfare

Strengthening our animal welfare laws is a priority for the Opposition. People want to see us go further on animal welfare. All animals...

MP backs British farming

LEEDS North West MP Alex Sobel joined the National Farmers Union and thousands of farmers and growers including Jeremy Clarkson, MPs,...