This petition was submitted during the 2017-2019 parliament
Petition To impose Stricter laws for the use of horse drawn carts, & roadside tethering
The use of horse drawn carts is widely known for severe health implications on the horse. Often this can cause mental health, & physical issues from the often ill fitting tethering & cart equipment. All horses must have passports, good health care & water provided.
More details
http://www.nyclass.org/horse_drawn_carriages
(a charity dedicated to the welfare of horses carrying carriages)
http://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.loughboroughecho.net/news/local-news/video-man-filmed-riding-horse-12702592.amp.
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-29310503
- M.Homer et al. 2007. X- ray alterations on spinal processes of 295 warmblood horses without clinical findings. Pferdeheilkunde 23 journal. Sep/Oct 507-511
This petition closed early because of a General Election Find out more on the Petitions Committee website