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Concerns remain over new RSPCA laying assurance despite climb down

Industry says lack of scientific evidence behind hen welfare plan

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Industry leaders say poultry rules are being 'forced through' without scientific evidence
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Industry leaders say poultry rules are being 'forced through' without scientific evidence

Fears new RSPCA Assured poultry standards are being forced through despite a lack of ‘scientific evidence' have been raised by industry leaders. The animal welfare charity announced in November 2023...

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