Outdated transport system could lead to repeat of horsemeat scandal, warns trade body

AIMS joins equine charities to call for urgent update overhaul to protect food supply

Jane Thynne

22 May 2025 • 2 min read

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Concerns have been raised after horses found at dover were set to enter human food chain

The UK could be facing a repeat of the horsemeat scandal unless regulations surrounding equine identification, traceability and euthanasia processes are not urgently addressed, a meat trade body has warned....

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