Lanarkshire MSP hails work of Dogs Trust following charity’s visit to Holyrood

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A Lanarkshire MSP has hailed the work of Dogs Trust following the charity’s visit to Holyrood.The charity held a drop-in event in Parliament to raise awareness of dog welfare issues in Scotland and to chat with MSPs who are a crucial piece of the puzzle that can help build a better future for dogs.At the event, representatives from Dogs Trust spoke to MSPs from across the political spectrum about fireworks, tighter restrictions on licensing for dog breeders and sellers, stricter regulation of online pet advertising and sale, and reform of dog control legislation amongst other issues.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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