All 1 Debates between Lord Bishop of Chester and Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate

Tue 16th Dec 2014

Dog Licensing

Debate between Lord Bishop of Chester and Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate
Tuesday 16th December 2014

(9 years, 5 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Bishop of Chester Portrait The Lord Bishop of Chester
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My Lords, I am one of those who wear a dog collar in this House—and for the privilege of doing so I have to be licensed. But as far as I am aware, no fees have been paid. Might I suggest that enough is enough?

Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate Portrait Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate (Non-Afl)
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My Lords, the right reverend Prelate has stolen my thunder, in a sense. I was going to ask: because of the increasing number of dangerous dog incidents, would it not be worth having a look at licensing the owners?