Local government pledges continued campaign against privatisation and deregulation of meat hygiene service
Keep meat clean by keeping meat inspectors independent

Between March 2013 and April 2017, the number of meat inspectors employed by the independent Food Standards Agency (FSA) dropped by 30%
UNISON and War on Want have launch a new film highlighting the threat to our food posed by the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership
UK consumers face a heightened risk of food poisoning from chicken purchased in supermarkets and restaurants if independent meat inspectors are removed from slaughterhouses
UNISON has repeated its call for CCTV cameras to be installed in all slaughterhouses, following new reports of animal mistreatment.
UNISON, which represents more than 500 meat inspectors, official veterinarians and support staff, is warning that the measures would place public health in grave danger
Dave Prentis puts the case to Guardian readers for UNISON members carrying out a vital role
Consumers need to know that any decisions about meat inspection are being made in their best interests