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flag New Zealand’s proposed pig welfare law extends confinement use until 2035 despite public opposition and a short consultation period.

flag A 14-day public consultation on New Zealand’s proposed pig welfare law changes has drawn criticism from animal welfare groups, who call the timeframe inadequate for such a significant policy shift. flag The Animal Welfare (Regulations for Management of Pigs) Amendment Bill, now before the Primary Production Select Committee, would extend the use of farrowing crates and mating stalls—confinement systems previously ruled unlawful—until 2035, reversing a prior five-year phase-out deadline. flag Despite strong public opposition, with polls showing 73% support for a ban, advocates argue the short consultation period undermines democratic process and due diligence. flag The committee is accepting submissions ahead of a deadline on October 23.

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