Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Emma Reynolds and Linsey Farnsworth

Thursday 5th February 2026 Commons Chamber

[Emma Reynolds]

I thank the shadow Minister for his question and for, I think, his kind words that we were doing something that the Conservatives failed to do for 14 years. He brings great expertise to this House, but I would gently say to him that the Competition and Markets Authority’s finding that vet fees have risen at nearly twice the rate of inflation is something that the Government should take into account, is of concern to pet owners across the House and across the country, and is something that, when the CMA comes out with its final report, we will be responding to later this year.

[Linsey Farnsworth (Amber Valley) (Lab)]

8. What steps she is taking to help improve the welfare of domestic animals.