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Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Act 2024

Summary

This Act sets welfare standards for farm animals (like cattle, sheep, and pigs) being exported from the UK to other countries. It aims to make sure animals don't suffer during transport and sets requirements for things like space, rest, and access to water during journeys.

A vote to support means

  • Supporting this Act means backing rules that protect animals during transport when they're exported from the UK to other countries. Supporters believe it prevents unnecessary suffering during long journeys and ensures UK livestock are treated humanely, even when sent abroad.

A vote to oppose means

  • Critics worry it could make UK farming less competitive and profitable if export rules become too strict compared to other countries. Some also question whether the Act is strong enough, or argue it creates extra costs and paperwork for farmers without real benefits.

Cast Your Vote

People's Vote3 votes
0% Support · 0100% Oppose · 3
Parliament's Vote510 MPs
43% Ayes · 21757% Noes · 293

Democratic Gap

43% — Large gap

Bill Passage

Commons

  • 1st reading4 Dec 2023
  • 2nd reading18 Dec 2023
  • 3rd reading15 Jan 2024

Lords

  • 1st reading16 Jan 2024
  • 2nd reading21 Feb 2024
  • Committee stage14 Mar 2024
  • Report stage8 May 2024
  • 3rd reading14 May 2024
Royal Assent20 May 2024
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