538 Irish racehorses slaughtered for meat in English abattoirs last year

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Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The number of Irish racehorses slaughtered in English abattoirs nearly quadrupled to 538 last year – accounting for 90 percent of the thoroughbreds that finished their careers in UK meat factories. The volume of racehorses with Irish passports being transported to slaughterhouses in England surged following the closure of Ireland’s only licensed equine abattoir last June. Shannonside Foods in Straffan, Co Kildare was shut down after an RTÉ Investigates programme exposed evidence of animal abuse...