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<p>The Government is committed to the highest standards of animal welfare, including
at slaughter.</p><p> </p><p>Provided the animal is fit to transport and the journey
time is not excessive, slaughter in an approved abattoir is a humane option for some
horses, especially if the owner cannot afford euthanasia by a vet.</p><p> </p><p>Legislation
sets out strict requirements to protect the welfare of horses when slaughtered and
official veterinarians of the Food Standards Agency are present in all approved slaughterhouses
to monitor and enforce animal welfare requirements.</p><p> </p><p>Following a recent
review of the welfare of animals at the time of killing legislation, published on
27 January 2021, and as part of our Action Plan for Animal Welfare, we are carefully
considering a wide range of welfare at slaughter improvements that could be made and
will consult in due course.</p>
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