A halal slaughterhouse where workers were secretly filmed appearing to mistreat livestock has said animal welfare is its "highest priority" and described shocking footage released today as "highly regrettable".
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The halal slaughterhouse where workers were secretly filmed appearing to mistreat animals has said animal welfare is its "highest priority" and described the footage released today as "highly regrettable".
Bowood Lamb abattoir in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, has sacked one worker and suspended three more after Animal Aid released images and video it captured on hidden cameras in December.
In a statement it referred to "one slaughterman" who "fell below standards" and said that it is awaiting the results of any investigation into its three suspended employees.
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