UK sheep industry warns EU reset must not impact livestock trading

National Sheep Association have raised concerns around the 'practicality' of EU animal welfare transportation rules including journey times and whether time spent at markets counted towards permitted journey times.

Rachael Brown

Chief Reporter

19 October 2026 • 2 min read

UK sheep industry warns EU reset must not impact livestock trading

The National Sheep Association has warned that closer regulatory alignment with Europe through an agreement on Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) measures must protect the unique structure and trading practices...

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UK sheep industry warns EU reset must not impact livestock trading

National Sheep Association have raised concerns around the 'practicality' of EU animal welfare transportation rules including journey times and whether time spent at markets counted towards permitted journey times.