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HSA still here to help

08 April 2020

In these difficult and uncertain times, the Humane Slaughter Association is still working to protect the welfare of animals “beyond the farm gate”. In a recent statement, our CEO Huw Golledge said: “In these extraordinary times the HSA will be trying our best to continue supporting the welfare of animals during marketing, transport and at the time of slaughter. We are confident that we can continue many of our activities in these difficult times and will resume other activities as soon as we can.

The HSA’S Chief Executive and Scientific Director retires

12 December 2019

As we come to the end of the decade, we also come to the end of an era as the HSA says farewell to its Chief Executive and Scientific Director, Dr Robert Hubrecht OBE. Robert will be retiring at the end of this month, having led the charity with great skill and diplomacy for the previous five years, expertly navigating many difficult and emotive animal welfare issues which have arisen during his tenure.

Animal welfare advice for small-scale and/or seasonal poultry producers and processors

06 December 2019

In response to numerous enquiries from existing and prospective producers, the HSA has produced new guidance aimed at small-scale and/or seasonal poultry producers and processors see here for further information

HSA services

12 November 2019

Did you know that the HSA, as well as providing advice and support, also carries out welfare assessments and provides input into consultations?

Chinese publications

12 November 2019

Don’t forget that some of the HSA’s guidance and technical publications have been translated into a number of languages, including Chinese. See here for further information

RTS Scholar Update

24 October 2019

The HSA’s first RTS Scholar Jess Martin has continued working as a scientist in animal welfare, building expertise within the area of welfare at slaughter.

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