Explanatory Memorandum

Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011

2011 CHAPTER 16

29 March 2011

Commentary on Sections

Part 4 - Enforcement

Enforcement Powers

Section 26 – Inspection of premises to check compliance with regulations made under section 13

This section allows inspectors to enter and inspect premises, except a private dwelling, in order to check compliance with regulations made under section 13 dealing with the prohibition on keeping certain animals.