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Food Fact Check: Animal welfare in abattoirs and slaughterhouses

Posted by: Animal Welfare Team, Food Standards Agency, Posted on: 3 June 2026 - Categories: Food Fact Check, Our mission

Food Fact Check: The Food Standards Agency Animal Welfare Team answers questions about animal welfare.

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