# The Importation of Animals Order 1977, Article 13: Slaughter of injured animals

Extent: E+W+S

If, in the opinion of a veterinary inspector, an imported animal is either—
(a) so badly injured, or
(b) in such poor physical condition,
that it would be cruel to keep it alive, the appropriate Minister shall cause the animal to be slaughtered.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1977/944/article/13 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/importation-of-animals-order-1977/article-13
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