Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Introduce a Statutory Levy on Bookmakers to Fund Greyhound Welfare
Closed
4,753 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the UK Government to introduce a statutory levy on bookmakers to secure reliable funding for greyhound welfare.
We do not think current voluntary contributions adequately address welfare needs. We think we need a sustainable funding model to ensure that every greyhound receives proper care and support both during and after their racing careers. By legislating for this levy, the government could secure the future of greyhound welfare funding, ensuring that we continue to protect and care for these canine athletes for years to come.
Timeline
| 2 Jan 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 Jul 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
4,753
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
2 Jan 2025
Closed
2 Jul 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 29 Jul 2026.