Millions of cat owners could be forced to microchip pets

Legislation may be brought forward in ‘coming weeks’ to help reunite animals with owners if ran over

Millions of cat owners could be forced to microchip their pets as legislation to make it a legal requirement is expected to be brought forward in the “coming weeks”.

The long-awaited proposals could soon be considered by parliament as MPs considered a petition on requiring drivers to stop when they run over a cat, according to the transport minister, Richard Holden.

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​Legislation may be brought forward in ‘coming weeks’ to help reunite animals with owners if ran overMillions of cat owners could be forced to microchip their pets as legislation to make it a legal requirement is expected to be brought forward in the “coming weeks”.The long-awaited proposals could soon be considered by parliament as MPs considered a petition on requiring drivers to stop when they run over a cat, according to the transport minister, Richard Holden. Continue reading…