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Implement enhanced digital equine identification measures to prevent trafficking of horses for slaughter.

Recommendation
Alongside the ongoing Animal Welfare (Live Exports) Bill, stronger control measures are needed to prevent the trafficking of horses for slaughter. By the end of the current Parliament, the Government should ensure it has implemented measures to enhance and support digital equine identification. This will help improve traceability. (Paragraph 114) Pet welfare and abuse 39
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 20 December 2024. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document.

Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age 2.4 yrs
Report published 05 Apr 2024