Cabinet approval has been granted to introduce the Animal Welfare Bill in Parliament.
The statement issued by the Cabinet Office in this regard is as follows.
Approval was given to expedite the drafting process the Animal Welfare Bill by the Cabinet at the meeting held on 19 October 2020.
Accordingly, the Attorney General’s clearance has been received for the Bill which has been drafted by the Legislature.
The proposal made by Hon. Minister of Agriculture, to proceed with the related activities, was approved by the Cabinet.