RSPCA Assured announces further delay to hen welfare scheme

The new proposals regarding veranda space and natural light will come into force from February 2025, despite continuing industry concerns

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
New hen welfare standards have been further delayed by RSPCA Assured
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New hen welfare standards have been further delayed by RSPCA Assured

Poultry sector groups have warned there are ‘still discussions' to be had over the future of RSPCA Assured laying hen welfare standards, despite the scheme being postponed until February 2025. The assurance...

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