Sri Lanka Cabinet Approves Amendment to Animals Act, Expanding Definition

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has granted approval in principle to amend the Animals Act No. 29 of 1958, aiming to expand the definition of 'animal' within the legislation. The current definition includes cattle, and the proposed amendment will add pigs, goats, and sheep to this classification. Following the Cabinet's endorsement, a revised draft bill has been prepared and has secured clearance from the Attorney General. The amendment is now slated for publication in the Government Gazette before its presentation to Parliament for final approval.