Jo White MP
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Merry Christmas to everyone in Bassetlaw π
Great Gable in the Lakes was just asking to be climbed.
A lovely Christmas Eve walk - perfect weather, winter sunshine and ice on the ground.
I have sat down and listened to many local farmers who told me of the savage impact that the introduction of inheritance tax would have on them and the future of their farm.
I learnt about the real lives of farmers, it's not easy in today's world, and I took these experiences back to Parliament, and made sure that the Government heard about them as well.
I am delighted that our farmers have been listened to. The announcement on raising the inheritance tax thresholds will make a huge difference to Bassetlaw farmers.
My hope is that Christmas will be much easier this year and my commitment is that I will keep listening and taking action.
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I welcome the Governmentβs new Animal Welfare Strategy announced this week, with measures to protect pets, farm animals, and wildlife.
The strategy delivers on our manifesto promises including banning trail hunting, ending the use of snare traps and ending puppy smuggling and puppy farming.
π Improved welfare for companion animals
π Reforming dog breeding practices to improve health and welfare, prevent animals becoming unwell and end puppy farming
β‘ Consulting on a ban on electric shock collars due to the possible harm to our pets
π Considering new licences for domestic rescue and rehoming organisations to ensure the right checks are in place
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Promoting responsible dog ownership to protect public safety
π± Improved welfare for farmed animals
π Moving away from confinement systems such as colony cages for laying hens and pig farrowing crates
π Addressing welfare concerns around the use of carbon dioxide to stun pigs
π Introducing humane slaughter requirements for farmed fish to prevent avoidable pain
π Promoting the use of slow growing meat chicken breeds
π¦ Protection for wild animals
π« Banning trail hunting amid concerns it is being used as a smokescreen for hunting
πͺ€ Banning snare traps which cause suffering and can trap pets
π Introducing a close season for hares to reduce shooting during breeding season and protect vulnerable young
β‘οΈ www.gov.uk/government/publications/animal-welfare-strategy-for-england/animal-welfare-strategy-fo...