MERIDEN MP Caroline Spelman has spoken in favour of proposals to usher in tougher punishments for animal cruelty offences.
A draft bill unveiled by the Environment Secretary Michael Gove would increase the maximum prison sentence for those who mistreat animals to five years (it is just six months at present).
Dame Caroline said: "Animals are sentient beings who feel pain and suffering, which is why I will support the Government's proposals to ensure that this principle is effectively written into law in order to protect their welfare."
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