The Bill, as yet in bill form, was read for the third time on 20 July 2020. Four amendments were negatived on this day:[6][7][8] MP Neil Parish, who chairs the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, was somewhat confused that "ministers would not accept the (Djanogly) amendment as the scrutiny would ensure they follow through on commitments" to animal health and welfare, protection of the environment, and food safety and hygiene.[6]