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British Nationals Abroad: Pets

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 2 April 2026UIN 121676

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether her Department plans to introduce temporary or emergency exemptions to existing rules preventing pets from travelling on evacuation flights.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

All relevant requests for consular assistance are considered on a case by case basis, depending on the circumstances.

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