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Farriers (Registration) Act 2017
Summary
This Act sets up an official registration system for farriers in the UK, meaning only trained and approved people can work as farriers. It ensures standards are maintained so horses receive proper care when being shod, and protects the public from unqualified practitioners.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing rules that make sure farriers (people who shoe horses) are properly trained and qualified. This protects horses from being harmed by unqualified people and gives horse owners confidence they're using skilled professionals.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some people might worry that strict registration requirements could reduce the number of farriers available, especially in rural areas, or make it more expensive for horse owners. Others might see it as unnecessary government control over a traditional trade.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading29 Jun 2016
- 2nd reading27 Jan 2017
- Committee stage7 Mar 2017
- Report stage24 Mar 2017
- 3rd reading24 Mar 2017
Lords
- 1st reading27 Mar 2017
- 2nd reading6 Apr 2017
- 3rd reading27 Apr 2017
Royal Assent27 Apr 2017
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