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Hunting: Enforcement

Commons · Question 104992 · Tabled 12 Jan 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 21 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by James MacCleary

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with the police to ensure hunting laws are fully enforced.

Answer

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 21 Jan 2026

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has not had recent discussions with the police regarding the enforcement of hunting laws. The enforcement of the Hunting Act is an operational matter for the police. This is in line with their duties ...