Sports: Animals
Commons · Question 5002 · Tabled 29 May 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 10 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by James McMurdock
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the impact of current pet travel requirements on British athletes competing internationally in sporting events involving animals.
Answer
Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 10 Jun 2026
International equine movements are subject to border checks and individual countries’ imports requirements. These are vital to safeguarding animal health, human health and maintaining biosecurity. Requirements include vet checks and certification. For mov...