# Council Regulation (EC) No 1099/2009 of 24 September 2009 on the protection of animals at the time of killing (Text with EEA relevance), Division 5.1

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

Shackle lines shall be designed and positioned in such a way that birds suspended on them are clear of any obstruction and that disturbance to the animals is reduced to a minimum.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eur/2009/1099/annex/II/division/5/division/5.1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2009-1099/annex-II/division-5/division-5.1
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