Licence - dangerous animals
The Dangerous Wild Animals Act of 1976
The act was originally introduced as a private members bill in
response to public concern about the keeping of dangerous pets,
especially big cats.
It aims to ensure that where private individuals keep dangerous
wild animals they do so in circumstances which create no risk to
the public and safeguard the welfare of the animals.
An updated list of these animals can be found in the
Schedule of species.
These are issued by the Council, and will only be granted when
the Council- is satisfied that it would not be contrary to
public interest on the grounds of safety or nuisance; that the
applicant is a suitable person; and the animal's accommodation is
adequate and secure. Where the local authority grant a licence it
shall impose conditions on the licence covering issues such as:
- A requirement that the animal be kept only by the person
or persons named on the licence
- Restrictions on the movement of the animal from the premises as
specified on the licence
- A requirement that the licence-holder has a current insurance
policy which ensures both licence holders and others against any
liability caused by the animal
Please see the price list and
appplication form
available. If you have any queries, please contact environmental
health on 01992 785511 or by email to envhealth@broxbourne.gov.uk
Information is also available from DEFRA, Wildlife Species
Conservation Division on 0117 372 8209 at: Defra, Zone 1/10, Temple
Quay House, 2 The Square, Temple Quay, Bristol BS1 6EB zoos.branch@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.