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The Humane Slaughter Association
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Improving the welfare of farmed animals worldwide during transport and slaughter.

Visit our website: hsa.org.uk
Become a member: hsa.org.uk/support/memberships
Donate: hsa.org.uk/support/make-a-donation
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📢 Are you planning a research project to improve the welfare of animals farmed for food - whether in markets, during transport, or at slaughter? Why not apply for one of our Scholarships?

For more info, visit ➡️ hsa.org.uk/scholarships

⏲️Applications close 28 February

#AnimalWelfare
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📖 Interested in the latest research on humane transport and slaughter?

Our website has been updated with newly published studies from recent months, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments in the field.

🔗 View the full list here: https://ow.ly/i9ay50Y8E0T

#AnimalWelfare
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February 4, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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Save the date for the HSA Conference 2026, our two-day conference dedicated to advancing and promoting animal welfare during transport, slaughter and killing:

📅 20–21 October 2026
📍 Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK

We’ll be sharing more details on our website soon: hsa.org.uk
Announcement for the Humane Slaughter Association Conference on 20-21 October 2026 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK.
January 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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📢 We're hiring!

The HSA is looking for someone with expertise in animal welfare at slaughter and proven leadership and organisation skills to be our new Technical Lead.

📅 Apply by 8 February 2026
🔗 For further details: hsa.org.uk/careers
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January 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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📢 Are you planning a research project to improve the welfare of animals farmed for food - whether in markets, during transport, or at slaughter? Why not apply for one of our Scholarships?

For more info, visit ➡️ hsa.org.uk/scholarships

⏲️Applications close 28 February

#AnimalWelfare
A flyer advertising that applications for the HSA Student/Trainee Scholarships. The text reads: Applications are now open. The submission deadline is 28 Feb 2026. The flyer features the HSA logo and a photo of a man with a notepad assessing pigs in a barn.
January 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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📖 Interested in the latest research on humane transport and slaughter?

Our website now features a reference list of studies published throughout 2025, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments.

🔗 View the full list here: https://ow.ly/b9P550XVLy5

#AnimalWelfare

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January 13, 2026 at 7:50 AM
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Applications for the HSA Mentoring Partnership close soon!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to develop your skills, gain experience and forge international connections ➡️ http://hsa.org.uk/mentor

Mentoring applications are considered periodically with deadlines of 15 January, May & September.
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December 29, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Final call! Nominations for our Humane Slaughter Award close tomorrow, 10 December.

Help us recognise an individual or organisation whose work has resulted in significant advances in livestock welfare beyond the farm gate ➡️ https://ow.ly/Hxug50XGlWk

#AnimalWelfare
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December 9, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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📖 Interested in the latest research on humane transport and slaughter?

Our website has been updated with newly published studies from recent months, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments in the field.

🔗 View the full list here: https://ow.ly/1FNv50XCFtb

#AnimalWelfare
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December 5, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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Are you an ECR with a strong background in #AnimalWelfare during transport, marketing or slaughter? We need you!

Join our Mentoring Partnership and help support an undergraduate or master’s level student interested in researching food #AnimalWelfare: hsa.org.uk/mentor

Apply by: 15 Jan 2026
December 4, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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⌛ There's only one week left to nominate someone for the Humane Slaughter Award.

Help us to recognise an individual or organisation whose work has resulted in significant advances in farmed animal welfare beyond the farm gate ➡️ hsa.org.uk/grants-awards/humane-slaughter-award

#AnimalWelfare
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Deadline Approaching! Nominations for our Humane Slaughter Award close on 10 December.

Help us to recognise an individual or organisation whose work has resulted in significant advances in livestock welfare beyond the farm gate ➡️ hsa.org.uk/humaneslaugh...

#AnimalWelfare
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December 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Deadline Approaching! Nominations for our Humane Slaughter Award close on 10 December.

Help us to recognise an individual or organisation whose work has resulted in significant advances in livestock welfare beyond the farm gate ➡️ hsa.org.uk/humaneslaugh...

#AnimalWelfare
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November 21, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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📢 The HSA Conference 2025 starts in less than a week!

It’s not too late to register to attend in person or online and be part of the discussions shaping the future of #AnimalWelfare beyond the farm gate.

🔗 View the Scientific Programme and register here: hsa.org.uk/conference2025
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October 16, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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📢 The 2024-2025 HSA Annual Report is here! We're excited to share another year of diverse and impactful activities undertaken by our dedicated HSA team.

Read about our achievements over the past year and plans for the future here ➡️ ow.ly/HHMG50X9AYB

#AnimalWelfare
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October 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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📢 We’re heading to the Scottish Smallholder Festival!

📍 Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh
📅 Saturday 18 October 2025

Don’t miss our seminar: “HSA: Supporting smallholders and livestock producers with animal welfare training and advice”
🕝 14:30 | Room 1

We hope to see you there!
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October 8, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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📖 Interested in the latest research on humane transport and slaughter?

Our website has been updated with newly published studies from recent months, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments in the field.

🔗 View the full list here: https://ow.ly/Rsjt50X53IO

#AnimalWelfare
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October 1, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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📢 We’re hiring!

Together with our sister charity, the @ufaw.bsky.social, we are seeking a Scientific Communications & Content Assistant to join our talented Scientific Comms Team.

📅 Apply by 19 October 2025
🔗 For further details: hsa.org.uk/about/careers

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
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September 29, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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📢 The preliminary schedule for this year's HSA Conference is now available to view online.

To register to attend, or to view the preliminary schedule, please visit➡️ hsa.org.uk/conference2025

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
August 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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🔎 Farhan Rhidor Akorede, recipient of an HSA Research Grant, has published the findings of his HSA-supported project in the UFAW journal, Animal Welfare.

🔗 Learn more about Farhan's research and HSA Grants here: lnkd.in/eWYihSie

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
September 19, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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There’s still time to register for the HSA Conference 2025!

Join us at our two-day hybrid conference dedicated to advancing and promoting animal welfare during transport, slaughter and killing.

Find out more and secure your spot today ➡️ ow.ly/v0Bf50WWJGQ
A flyer for the HSA Conference 2025. The Humane Slaughter Association logo, which features silhouettes of a cow, pig, sheep and chicken in a line, facing to the right, with the words Humane Slaughter Association under the pictures is included. A photo of a brown chicken looking at the camera is shown, as is a QR code that links to the conference webpage, alongside the URL for the webpage (www.hsa.org.uk/conference2025). The text reads: Animal Welfare Beyond the Farm Gate: Latest developments in humane slaughter and transport of animals, 21-22 October 2025, Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, UK and online.
September 15, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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📢 The preliminary schedule for this year's HSA Conference is now available to view online.

To register to attend, or to view the preliminary schedule, please visit➡️ hsa.org.uk/conference2025

#AnimalWelfareScience #AnimalWelfare
August 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Applications are now open to join our Mentoring Partnership!

If you’re an undergrad or master’s student interested in #animalwelfare during transport, at markets, or slaughter, or an ECR ready to mentor in these areas, why not join?

🔗 Learn more and apply today: hsa.org.uk/mentor
August 21, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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📢 Online registration is now open for the 2025 HSA Conference!

Join us in person or online for two days of expert-led presentations on humane slaughter and transport of animals.

📍 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum & Online
📆 21–22 October 2025

🔗 hsa.org.uk/conf2025
August 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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📖 Interested in reading the latest research in humane transport and slaughter?

Each month, we highlight newly published studies on our website to keep you informed on the most recent scientific developments.

🔗 View the papers published in June: www.hsa.org.uk/publications...

#AnimalWelfare
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July 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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📢 UK government announces phase-out of lead ammunition across Great Britain.

The HSA welcomes this step forward for animal welfare and environmental protection. However, we highlight the need for humane, effective, and safe alternatives.

🔗 Read our full update here: ow.ly/2ejp50Wr42Q
July 17, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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📢 Don't miss the 2025 HSA conference! Join us for two days of expert-led presentations and discussions.

📍 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum & Online
📆 21–22 Oct 2025

🔗In-person registration is limited, register early to secure your place: hsa.org.uk/conf2025

#AnimalWelfare
A flyer for the HSA Conference 2025. The Humane Slaughter Association logo, which features silhouettes of a cow, pig, sheep and chicken in a line, facing to the right, with the words Humane Slaughter Association under the pictures is included. A photo of a pig sniffing at a fan in a lorry is shown, as is a QR code that links to the conference webpage, alongside the URL for the webpage (www.hsa.org.uk/conference2025). The text reads: Animal Welfare Beyond the Farm Gate: Latest developments in humane slaughter and transport of animals, 21-22 October 2025, Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum, UK and online.
July 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM