Recent media coverage has suggested that we would no longer be collecting data on the numbers of animals killed by non-stun slaughter in UK abattoirs. No such change was ever planned. It has always been our intention to continue collecting information on the numbers of animals that are slaughtered in abattoirs without being stunned and releasing it publicly.

Our new system for gathering animal welfare data will capture information on a more continuous basis than the former animal welfare survey. This data will show the number of establishments in England and Wales using non-stun slaughter or a combination of stun and non-stun slaughter. This data will be regularly supplemented with additional information on the numbers of animals that are slaughtered by these methods.

Animal welfare is a high priority for the FSA and our staff working in abattoirs and we remain committed to openness and transparency.

http://www.food.gov.uk/news-updates/news/2016/15427/fsa-statement-on-animal-welfare-data