Debates between Nick Thomas-Symonds and Lisa Cameron during the 2015-2017 Parliament

Wed 29th Jun 2016

Dog Fighting

Debate between Nick Thomas-Symonds and Lisa Cameron
Wednesday 29th June 2016

(8 years, 4 months ago)

Westminster Hall
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Lisa Cameron Portrait Dr Cameron
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I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his intervention. I am delighted that I have so much support in all areas of the House, from all parties. I have signed the early-day motion and fully support it.

Nick Thomas-Symonds Portrait Nick Thomas-Symonds (Torfaen) (Lab)
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To pick up on the point made in the previous intervention and the comments of the many constituents who have contacted me, the frequency of the occurrences of dog fighting in the country is the real problem and shows the urgent need for action, along the lines suggested.

Lisa Cameron Portrait Dr Cameron
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I very much agree with the hon. Gentleman and his valuable contribution. There is a need for urgency. I am hopeful that we can make progress on that urgency today.