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These initiatives were driven by Lord De Mauley, and are more likely to reflect personal policy preferences.
Lord De Mauley has not introduced any legislation before Parliament
Lord De Mauley has not co-sponsored any Bills in the current parliamentary sitting
As an endangered species, the international trade in European eel is regulated through the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Any exports are subject to rigorous scrutiny, including through assessments of legal acquisition and non-detriment.
The UK’s approach to these exports is being reviewed by the new Government to ensure legality, sustainability, and alignment with global conservation efforts.
The export of European eel to Russia is not currently sanctioned.
I refer the noble Lord to the reply given by my hon. Friend, the Minister for Veterans and People (Alistair Carns), in the House of Commons on 27 November 2024 to the hon. Member for Hinckley and Bosworth (Dr Luke Evans) in response to Question 15010.