Bill · started in the Commons
Animal Shelters (Licensing) Bill
A Bill to make provision for the licensing of animal shelters; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Animal Shelters (Licensing) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 11 June 2025 by Mr Richard Holden (Conservative). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.
Sponsor
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Mr Richard Holden
Conservative
Primary sponsor
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 11 Jun 2025
- 2nd reading Commons Current
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 30 Apr 2026.