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@ISIDEWITHQuestionsDomestic Policy13yrs ago

Should the government allow the export of live animals to foreign countries?

Currently the Australian government permits live export trade. The ESCAS welfare assurance system was recently introduced to provide independent oversight on Animal Welfare.

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Response rates from 216k Australia voters.

42%
Yes
58%
No
29%
Yes
56%
No
11%
Yes, allow exports to countries which enforce animal cruelty laws
2%
No, ban all live exports
2%
Yes, exports are crucial to the farming industry

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 @8HH2JF2answered…6yrs6Y

As long as the animal is in a comfortable safe traveling area.

 @BCXPZK5answered…2mos2MO

It is not any governments role to be demanding what anyone else does with their production.

 @BCWXB88answered…2mos2MO

Only if they are given an accurate replica of their habitat.

 @BCTY4MGanswered…2mos2MO

Yes, but encourage Australian processing

 @B7QPPVYanswered…9mos9MO

No, but ensure the animals are STRICTLY treated humanely, and that the needs of Australia has been taken care of first. Inhumane treatment is to be punished by law.

 @B53VF3Banswered…1yr1Y

If a ban is to take place, it needs more time for a new industry to arise and the government needs to provide more financial relief

 @97Y52RCanswered…4yrs4Y

depends on situation

 @peanutsgalleryanswered…1yr1Y

Yes, but the needs of australians should be met first before exporting and humane treatment for all the animals.

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