Rejected petition Harmonise animal abuse / murder sentences with those committed against people.

There is increasing awareness of the intentional infliction of suffering or harm of animals by people within the UK. Despite this, the sentences for animal abuse / murder are minimal and not representative of the impact on other living beings.

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/164975

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Date submitted 26 November 2016
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