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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Taylor

Crackdown on ‘cruel’ imports of kittens and puppies into UK

The proposed animal welfare law will ban the import of puppies and kittens under six months old - (Nick Ansell/PA)

A Bill aimed at curbing animal smuggling and cruelty has successfully cleared the House of Commons, securing cross-party support.

The legislation, championed by Liberal Democrat MP Dr Danny Chambers, introduces several key provisions.

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