Restrictions
The Council will not normally grant a licence to a person with one (or more) conviction(s) for any offence that is related to animal cruelty or suffering. The main purpose of the Regulations is to ensure the highest possible welfare of animals.
These types of offences are relevant to any application for an Animal Activities Licence and the Council will consider the conviction or behaviour in question and what weight should be attached to it. Each and every case will be determined on its own merits.
Contact the Public Protection and Anti-social Behaviour Team to check if you need an Animal Activities Licence or for information about costs.