* * * - a Protection for Animals and Birds
A decision taken by the Journeymen Butchers' Federation shows conclusively that 'the Humane Slaughter of Animals Bill, now before a Standing Committee of the House of Commons, ought to be pushed rapidly through the• remaining stages. ,The Federation 'has withdrawn its opposition to the use of humane killers, being convinced that the instruments now available are quite efficient for their purpose. Every • effort ought to be made to stimulate the Government to awareness of the strong public feeling - which exists on questions such as this. Recently the - Birds' - Protection Bill has been fully considered in the House of .Lords, and passed. It now awaits the attention of the House of Commons,, but -up to now there is no sign that facilities will be given. These two Bills represent a laudable uprising of humane opinion and there will be just indignation if both are not passed. - * *
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