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Non-Departmental Publication (Transparency)
The Insolvency Service

Jan. 18 2023

Source Page: Insolvency Service FOI responses: April to June 2022
Document: Download CSV 2.72 MB (webpage)

Found: NET LIMITED England/Wales Creditors Voluntary Liquidation 2021Q2 02/06/2021 20/05/2020 9961907 PRIME AQUARIUMS


Commons Chamber
Oral Answers to Questions - Thu 12 Jan 2023
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Mentions:
1: Trudy Harrison (CON - Copeland) We are working with the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the zoo sector so that - Speech Link


Lords Chamber
Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill
Committee stage - Mon 12 Dec 2022
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Mentions:
1: Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle (GRN - Life peer) These genetically engineered animals were popular in aquariums and have now escaped into the natural - Speech Link


Westminster Hall
Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill - Mon 05 Dec 2022
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Mentions:
1: Justin Madders (LAB - Ellesmere Port and Neston) are obliged to respond.In conclusion, the Bill will lead to the most significant changes for zoos and aquariums - Speech Link
2: Kevin Foster (CON - Torbay) and the overseas territories, the fate of 29 native species rests in the hands of just seven zoos and aquariums - Speech Link
3: Ruth Jones (LAB - Newport West) Kept Animals) Bill as “important legislation”, and why the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums - Speech Link


Written Question
Aquariums and Zoos: Energy
Wednesday 30th November 2022

Asked by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)

Question to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, if he will make an assessment of the impact of the cost of energy on zoo-license holders; and if he will take steps to include (a) zoos and (b) aquariums on the list of protected sites in the Electricity Supply Emergency Code.

Answered by Graham Stuart

The Energy Bill Relief Scheme is available to all eligible non-domestic energy customers, including businesses, charities and the public sector, and will provide a discount on the wholesale costs of gas and electricity. This includes Zoos and Aquariums on eligible non-domestic energy supply contracts.

Zoos and aquariums are not included on the list of Approved Designated Services as set out in the Electricity Supply Emergency Code.

In order for a critical site or service to be placed on the Protected Sites List, the site must meet the criteria set out in the Electricity Supply Emergency Code guidance.


Written Question
Tourist Attractions: Energy
Wednesday 30th November 2022

Asked by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)

Question to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what assessment he has made of the impact of rising energy costs on the life support systems for animals at zoos and aquariums; and if he will make a statement.

Answered by Graham Stuart

The Government has introduced a package of measures to provide businesses and households with relief from soaring energy costs this winter. The Government recognises the impact rising energy prices is having on both domestic and non-domestic consumers, including zoos and aquariums that are providing vital life support systems for animals. The Energy Bill Relief Scheme is available to all eligible non-domestic energy customers, including businesses, charities and the public sector, and will provide a discount on the wholesale costs of gas and electricity. This includes Zoos and Aquariums on eligible non-domestic energy supply contracts.


Tweet
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside) - @MarkTamiMP
Opposition Pairing Whip (Commons)
26 Nov 2022, 7 p.m.

I attended the @BIAZA reception in Parliament this week, with high cross party attendance and support for conservation, zoos and aquariums. It was brilliant to see the fantastic @chesterzoo flying the conservation flag for our region. #conservation #chesterzoo https://t.co/nY0OwyyZ0o

Link to Original Tweet


Scottish Government Publication (Independent report)
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate

Nov. 11 2022

Source Page: Welfare of exotic pets - evidence: scoping review
Document: Evidence on the welfare of exotic pets in Scotland (PDF)

Found: The European Association of Zoos and Aquariums ( EAZA ) does not currently publish best practice guidelines


Non-Departmental Publication (News and Communications)
Animal and Plant Health Agency

Nov. 04 2022

Source Page: Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England
Document: Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) declaration including housing measures (England) (PDF)

Found: Schedule 4 ΠZoos /Aquariums (1) A keeper of poultry or other captive birds kept at a premises


Departmental Publication (News and Communications)
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Nov. 04 2022

Source Page: Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England
Document: Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) declaration including housing measures (England) (PDF)

Found: Schedule 4 ΠZoos /Aquariums (1) A keeper of poultry or other captive birds kept at a premises