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Police: Dogs

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she has made an assessment of the adequacy of support available to retired canine officers.

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Answering body
Home Office
Tabled
10 Sept 2025
Target answer date
15 Sept 2025
Answer
17 Sept 2025 · 7 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 10 Sept 2025

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she has made an assessment of the adequacy of support available to retired canine officers.

  2. 15 Sept 2025

    Target answer date

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  3. 17 Sept 2025

    Answer published

    Police support animals play an important role in crime detection, prevention, and public safety. The government values the bravery and skill of police dogs and their handlers, recognising the strong bond formed through their work.Decisions on support for ...

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