Decision

After debate and amendments, the following motion was put to the vote and

CARRIED.

“Council notes the “Every Councillor for Every Kind” Local Government manifesto produced by the RSPCA and that local authorities have a significant role to play in animal welfare through the various responsibilities we have.

Council policy can protect domestic pets, livestock and wildlife. Positive policy interventions can include strengthening animal breeding license compliance, improving stray dog services, serving high welfare food in council premises, banning the use of snares, gluetraps and harmful netting on council land, timing maintenance to not disturb nesting and hibernating wildlife and improve reporting and investigation systems for animal welfare concerns.

The RSPCA manifesto is split into 5 missions:

·         Protect Pets and Promote Responsible Pet Ownership

·         Raise Welfare Standards for Farm Animals

·         Safeguard Wildlife Welfare and Natural Habitats

·         Enforce Animal Welfare Laws Effectively

·         Build Partnerships to Create Lasting Impact

Encourage all members of the Council to sign the campaign pledge and commit to the five key animal welfare missions.

A report be brought back to the Place Committee in March 2027 regarding the five missions of the RSPCA “Every Councillor for Every Kind” Manifesto.”