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How to operate a zoo, including understanding licences and inspections.
How local authorities must regulate, inspect and license zoos and circuses in their areas.
Apply for a licence to run a Zoo in England, Scotland or Wales; health and safety, animal well-being, inspections, renewals
Zoos or zoo inspectors should use these forms when carrying out inspections.
This guidance document has been published to help local authorities carry out their duties.
Guidance for local authorities on licensing and enforcement responsibilities for privately kept primates.
The minimum standards that zoos are expected to meet.
Apply for a licence to run a zoo to open to public in Northern Ireland - health and safety, animal well-being, inspections, renewals
Apply for a licence to move and keep certain non-native (alien) species for animal welfare purposes.
Guidance for local authorities on licence conditions and keepers’ responsibilities for privately kept primates.
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