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Muswell Hill Cattery Owner Banned From Keeping Animals

Muswell Hill Cattery Owner Banned From Keeping Animals

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Muswell Hill Cattery Owner Banned From Keeping Animals

Linda Finch-Mason also fined for unlicensed cat boarding business in Barnet.

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Muswell Hill Cattery Owner Banned From Keeping Animals

Linda Finch-Mason pleaded guilty to running an unlicensed cat boarding business at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on September 17. The court ordered her to pay a £120 fine, a £48 victim surcharge, and £1,200 in prosecution costs, bringing her total penalty to £1,368. Ms Finch-Mason has also been disqualified from dealing with all animals for three years.

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In a separate case, Finchley Chicken Hub Ltd and its director, Toryalai Jabarkhel, were prosecuted by Barnet Council for using an unlicensed A-board. Both defendants entered guilty pleas to the offences. Mr Jabarkhel was ordered to pay a total of £1,056, while the company was fined £2,375.

Councillor Barry Rawlings, leader of Barnet Council, stated that while most businesses in the borough operate legally and council officers offer assistance, action will be taken against those who repeatedly disregard advice and operate without necessary licences. He added that Barnet Council officers are available to help businesses understand legal operating requirements.

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+What were the penalties for the cattery owner?

Linda Finch-Mason was fined £120, ordered to pay a £48 victim surcharge, and £1,200 in prosecution costs, totalling £1,368. She was also disqualified from dealing with animals for three years.

+Why was the chicken shop prosecuted?

Finchley Chicken Hub Ltd and its director, Toryalai Jabarkhel, were prosecuted by Barnet Council for using an unlicensed A-board. Both pleaded guilty to the offence.

+How much did the chicken shop and its director have to pay?

Finchley Chicken Hub Ltd was ordered to pay a total of £2,375. Director Toryalai Jabarkhel was ordered to pay a total of £1,056.

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