Alvin Tan on reviewing regulations for pet businesses
The National Parks Board has investigated 54 cases of feedback alleging harm to pets caused by groomers over the past three years. Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan, who gave this update in reply to an MP’s question in parliament on Wednesday (Jan 14), said the government is reviewing the regulatory regime for pet sector activities, including pet grooming businesses. It will consider whether to include requirements for CCTV recordings, as well as the penalties for animal welfare and cruelty offences.
The National Parks Board has investigated 54 cases of feedback alleging harm to pets caused by groomers over the past three years. Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan, who gave this update in reply to an MP’s question in parliament on Wednesday (Jan 14), said the government is reviewing the regulatory regime for pet sector activities, including pet grooming businesses. It will consider whether to include requirements for CCTV recordings, as well as the penalties for animal welfare and cruelty offences.