The
Farm Animal Welfare Council (FAWC) is an independent advisory body established by the Government of
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in 1979. Its terms of reference are to keep under review the welfare of
farm animalsLivestock are one or more domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce commodities such as food or fiber, or labor...
on agricultural land, at market, in transit and at the place of slaughter and advise Government of any changes that may be necessary. The council comprises various Standing Committees and Working Groups that consult widely and openly about the issues FAWC considers relevant to the welfare of farmed animals and prepare recommendations for the Council's consideration.
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The
Farm Animal Welfare Council (FAWC) is an independent advisory body established by the Government of
Great BritainGreat Britain is an island lying to the northwest of Continental Europe. It is the ninth largest island in the world, and the largest European island. With a population of about 59.6 million people, it is the third most populated island on Earth. Great Britain is surrounded by over 1000 smaller...
in 1979. Its terms of reference are to keep under review the welfare of
farm animalsLivestock are one or more domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce commodities such as food or fiber, or labor...
on agricultural land, at market, in transit and at the place of slaughter and advise Government of any changes that may be necessary. The council comprises various Standing Committees and Working Groups that consult widely and openly about the issues FAWC considers relevant to the welfare of farmed animals and prepare recommendations for the Council's consideration. Once agreed, the recommendations form the basis for advice given to Government. Copies of FAWC's Reports and other advice are available on the FAWC website at
www.fawc.org.uk
The Council's major strength lies in its independence to investigate any topic falling within its remit and to communicate freely with outside bodies, including the
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and the public, while maintaining the independence to publish its advice.