12/06/2026
Here is the update on banned dog breeds from Defra:
- From 1 July 2026, you no longer need third-party public liability insurance.
- From 1 November 2026, it will become illegal to leave a 12-year-old child or under with a banned dog breed without adult supervision.
Find out what this mean for you: https://pdsa.me/EQD0
[Visual Description: This image is an informative poster from PDSA about upcoming changes in laws regarding banned dog breeds in England, Wales, and Scotland. Key dates included are July 1, 2026, when third-party public liability insurance will no longer be needed, and November 1, 2026, when it becomes illegal for a 12-year-old child or under to be alone with a banned dog breed. The background features paw print patterns.]