Document type : article from The Pig Site
Author : Global Ag Media
Preview : The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed a crucial clause in the Agriculture Bill that imposes a requirement for agricultural and food imports to the UK to meet domestic standards.
In the 22 September session, peers debated and voted on several amendments that would require imports to meet high animal welfare standards, and one placing a duty on the state to have due regard for animal sentience in policy development. Amendment 93 on food standards, which was tabled by Lord Grantchester, Baroness Bakewell of Hardington Mandeville, Lord Krebs & Baroness Boycott, was voted through, defeating the Government by 95 votes.
