AQO 18/22-27 Oral question to the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs whether he is considering introducing proposals to ban the XL Bully dog breed, similar to the ban in England and Wales.

Asked by John Blair MLA on 8 February 2024

  • Answered
  • Oral
  • After due date
Tabled
8 February 2024
Answer due by
19 February 2024
Answered
20 February 202412 days after tabling
Department
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
Priority question
No

Answer

A proportionate and effective way forward to deal with potentially dangerous dogs is a key issue for me.

I recognise the need to move quickly in this area and I am keen to engage with a wide range of stakeholders to hear their views, so that any decision I take will be based on the best evidence available.

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