Reduce legal temperature for animal transport

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The Issue

Petitioning to lower the legal temperature for transporting live animals from 30degrees Celsius to 27degrees Celsius.The lower temperature gives more room for a fluctuation of temperature once DEFRA have signed the transportation paperwork, as DEFRA have themselves stated they haven't the time to keep reassessing the temperature with the met office weather.  Companies like Boeing who have total control of the temperature when transporting live animals recommend 26.6 degrees for cattle and 23.8 degrees for sheep.

Ideally We want empty cages not bigger or cooler ones, but until that time comes animals need protecting, we have a right to protect and seek justice for every living being. 30degrees is too hot !!

The Decision Makers

Government department for environment, food and rural affairs
Government department for environment, food and rural affairs
RT Hon Theresa Villiers

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