UK Meat Import Standards: Ensuring Equivalence in Animal Welfare and Food Safety (2025)
The Imperative for Harmonization: Applying UK Assurance Standards to Meat Imports The debate over whether imported meat should adhere to the same rigorous assurance standards applied to domestic UK production is central to food security, animal welfare, and fair trade. For decades, stakeholders—from farmers and consumers to regulatory bodies—have argued that maintaining a level playing…