High Peak Liberal Democrat PPC Stephen Worrall has recently received a number of emails from constituents asking him to complete a survey on his views on Animal Welfare issues as part of an International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) campaign.

Stephen commented “These issues are obviously ones that concern a lot of people in the High Peak and I think therefore it is only right, fair and proper for as many residents as possible to know my answers to this survey as we head towards election day. That is why I am sharing my answers here.”

The survey consisted of five questions to which PPCs could respond Yes, No or Don’t Know. The questions are set out below as well as Stephen’s answers in bold.

1)            If you were elected, would improving the welfare of animals be one of your top priorities?

Yes.

2)            Do you think that the UK should continue to lead international efforts to combat the illegal  trade in endangered wildlife and wildlife products?

Yes.

3)            Do you support an end to commercial whaling?

Yes.

4)            Do you think the Hunting Act should remain in place?

Yes.

5)            Would you be likely to support initiatives to better protect native wildlife species?

Yes.