Rachel has issued the following response to constituents who have contacted her about live animal exports.
I understand the strength of feeling about this issue and agree that we need to take action. While we are in the EU we are unable to do so because under European Union single market rules it is illegal to ban the export of animals to other EU countries; there are instead EU and UK laws to protect the welfare of live animals during transport.
While the UK negotiates our departure from the European Union, we will remain a member and will continue to exercise the rights and obligations that come with membership. However, the Government has a Manifesto commitment that as we leave the European Union, we can take early steps to control the export of live farm animals for slaughter.
I support this commitment and look forward to seeing progress on this important issue.
Date published:Â 20 February 2018.
As with all items in the FAQ Library, answers are subject to modification as events and circumstances change and evolve. If you would like an answer that is more specific to your circumstances, or to seek and up-to-date response, please email rachel.maclean.mp@parliament.uk.
