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It is an
offence for anyone to train or exhibit a performing animal unless
they are registered to do so. The Act is designed to cover the use
of animals in stage performances, at circuses, as part of
exhibitions etc.
Anybody wishing to use animals to perform within the Tendring
area must register with Essex County Council's Trading Standards.
Any premises exhibiting animals within the Tendring area must also
register. Anyone performing in the Tendring area, but living
outside, should also register with their own authority.
No person should engage in animal performances without having a
risk assessment carried out by a competent person. Advice should be
sought from one of the following:
- trained animal handler
- veterinarian
- zoo
- university department.
For information please contact
Essex County Council Trading
Standards. |
| Page Last Updated |
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2008 | |
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