Issue - meetings

Consideration was given to a report which sought approval for amendments to the Council’s Animal Welfare Licensing Policy.

Members were informed that the Policy had been agreed in November 2018 outlining Oldham’s approach to the commercial licensing activities involving dogs, cats, horses, pet shops and exhibiting, after the Government introduced revised Regulations in October 2018. A review of the Policy had been undertaken 12 months after implementation that identified the need for applicants to be required to submit a basic criminal record check via the Disclosure and Baring Service as part of their application. This would allow Officers to assess the applicant’s suitability to be a licence holder.

RESOLVED that:

1.    The report be noted.

2.    The requirements for applicants to submit a basic criminal record check via the Disclosure and Baring Service as part of their application be agreed.