HC Deb 17 April 1972 vol 835 c32W
Mr. Bryan Godman Irvine

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what steps are taken to follow exported animals through to foreign abattoirs.

Mr. Prior

None, since animals for slaughter are exported only to countries whose Governments have given certain assurances about the humane treatment of the animals before and at slaughter. It is for those Governments to ensure that the assurances are honoured.

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