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Primate licensing scheme
Seeking views on the proposed licensing scheme for private primate keepers in England and the draft standards for care and management of primates.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) wants to know what you think about the new licensing scheme for privately owned primates in England. This scheme will come under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
We are asking for your opinion on the:
- details of the scheme
- new draft standards for care and management of privately owned primates
- changes to the regulations proposed in the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill
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