Farm Animals

Farmed Pig Welfare Governance and Policy

Governance frameworks for pig welfare policy at national, EU, and international levels.

Key Facts

EU Pig Directive (2008/120/EC) is under revision with more stringent standards proposed
UK retained EU welfare legislation following Brexit but is developing independent standards
OIE Terrestrial Code provides international baseline welfare standards
Welfare governance requires both legislation and effective enforcement infrastructure
Civil society engagement in welfare governance strengthens democratic accountability

Welfare Considerations

Effective pig welfare governance requires strong legislation, competent enforcement, and civil society participation, creating multiple entry points for welfare advocacy.

What You Can Do

Engage with public consultations on pig welfare legislation
Support organisations with expertise in welfare policy advocacy
Advocate for independent scientific advisory input in welfare governance