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Thursday 26th April 2012 Commons Chamber

[Mrs Spelman]

Obviously we cannot legislate against every thug. When I visited the RSPCA’s hospital in Harmsworth, what struck me was the consequences of irresponsible dog ownership, both for animals and people. I am very sensitive to the concerns of Opposition Members such as the hon. Member for Liverpool, Wavertree (Luciana Berger), whose constituent John-Paul Massey was lost as a result of a dangerous dog attack. Perhaps my hon. Friend would focus on the fact that it is the suffering of victims that we are trying to address in this package.

[Simon Hart (Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire) (Con)]

Who will have access to data on microchipped dogs?

[Mrs Spelman]

The database is held by my Department.