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Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Act 2024

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The welfare of animals in transport (including when they are exported) is principally governed by Council Regulation No 1/2005 on the protection of animals during transport and related operations. This is supplemented by domestic orders in England, Wales and Scotland. Under the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023, Council Regulation No 1/2005 has become assimilated legislation in England, Wales and Scotland.

Sections 40-49 of the Animal Health Act 1981 place certain restrictions on the export of horses and ponies to protect their welfare and prevent the export of ‘low value’ horses and ponies. These requirements have largely been superseded by Council Regulation No 1/2005 on the protection of animals during transport and related operations.