Author (Corporate) | European Commission: Press and Communication Service |
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Series Title | Press Release |
Series Details | IP/05/637 (31.5.05) |
Publication Date | 31/05/2005 |
Content Type | News |
The European Commission on 31 May 2005 adopted a proposal for a Directive on the protection of chickens kept for meat production (broilers). Scientific studies have revealed serious health and welfare shortcomings in the intensive farming of chickens. The legislation came as a response to the long-standing appeal of Member States and citizens for the Commission to take action in this area. |
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Source Link | http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=IP/05/637&format=HTML&aged=0&language=EN&guiLanguage=en |
Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
Countries / Regions | Europe |
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