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Animal welfare: understanding licensing rules

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In October 2018, the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018 (the “Regulations”) came into force. This legislation is intended to strengthen the protection of animal welfare in businesses which work with animals.


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