European Parliament legislative resolution on the proposal for a Council directive laying down minimum rules for the protection of chickens kept for meat production (COM(2005)0221 - C6-0190/2005 - 2005/0099(CNS))
Date: 2006-02-14
Institutions: Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, European Parliament
Subjects: animal welfare, livestock farming, poultry, poultrymeat, veterinary legislation

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— having regard to Article 251(5) of the EC Treaty,

— having regard to Rule 65 of its Rules of Procedure,

— having regard to the report of its delegation to the Conciliation Committee (A6-0026/2006),

1.

Approves the joint text;

Instructs its President to sign the act with the President of the Council pursuant to Article 254(1) of

2.
the EC Treaty;

3.
Instructs its Secretary-General to sign the act, once it has been verified that all the procedures have
been duly completed, and, in agreement with the Secretary-General of the Council, to have it published in
the Official Journal of the European Union;

4.

Instructs its President to forward this legislative resolution to the Council and Commission.

P6_TA(2006)0053

Protection of chickens kept for meat production *

European Parliament legislative resolution on the proposal for a Council directive laying down
minimum rules for the protection of chickens kept for meat production (COM(2005)0221 —
C6-0190/2005 — 2005/0099(CNS))

(Consultation procedure)

The European Parliament,

— having regard to the Commission proposal to the Council (COM(2005)0221) (1),

— having regard to Article 37 of the EC Treaty, pursuant to which the Council consulted Parliament

(C6-0190/2005),

— having regard to Rule 51 of its Rules of Procedure,

— having regard to the report of the Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development and the opinion

of the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (A6-0017/2006),

Approves the Commission proposal as amended;

Calls on the Commission to alter its proposal accordingly, pursuant to Article 250(2) of the EC Treaty;

Calls on the Council to notify Parliament if it intends to depart from the text approved by Parliament;

Asks the Council to consult Parliament again if it intends to amend the Commission proposal substan-

1.

2.

3.

4.
tially;

5.

Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council and Commission.

(1) Not yet published in OJ.

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Amendment 1

Recital 1a (new)

(1a) Requirements as to the result should be used to reach a
high level of animal welfare. The scoring system for mortality
and foot pad lesions indicates whether a good level of animal
welfare is reached. Other appropriate indicators are currently
being developed through scientific research and should be
included once available.

Amendment 2
Recital 9

(9)
It is important that persons attending to chickens have an
understanding of the relevant animal welfare requirements and
receive appropriate training to perform their tasks.

(9)
It is important that persons attending to chickens have an
understanding of the relevant animal welfare requirements and
receive appropriate training to perform their tasks. Where such
persons lack formal training, the competent authorities should
determine whether their professional experience is sufficient.

Amendment 3

Recital 10

In establishing rules for the protection of chickens kept
(10)
for meat production, a balance should be kept between the vari-
ous aspects to be taken into consideration, as regards animal
welfare and health, economic and social considerations and the
environmental impact.

In establishing rules for the protection of chickens kept
(10)
for meat production, a balance should be kept between the vari-
ous aspects to be taken into consideration, as regards animal
welfare and health, economic and social considerations and the
environmental impact. Notwithstanding the above, in accord-
ance with the Treaty, economic and social considerations
should not take precedence over animal welfare and health.

Amendment 4

Recital 12

(12) Various voluntary schemes already exist
in different
Member States for the labelling of chicken meat based on com-
pliance with animal welfare standards and other parameters.

(12) Various voluntary schemes already exist
in different
Member States for the labelling of chicken meat based on com-
pliance with animal welfare standards and other parameters.
Such schemes should be strongly encouraged by producers'
organisations, the Member States' competent authorities, and
the Commission, because they meet a growing demand from
consumers. The clarity of such information enables customers
to make responsible choices at the time of purchase, which is
in the interests of farmers, consumers and animals.

Amendment 5

Recital 13

(13)
In light of the experience gained in applying such volun-
tary labelling schemes, it is appropriate for the Commission to
submit a report on the possible introduction of a specific har-
monised mandatory labelling regime at Community level for

(13)
In light of the experience gained in applying such volun-
tary labelling schemes, it is appropriate for the Commission to
submit, no later than six months after the date of adoption of
this Directive, a report on the possible introduction of a spe-
cific harmonised mandatory labelling regime at Community

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chicken meat, meat products and preparations based on com-
pliance with animal welfare standards,
including the possible
socio-economic implications, the effects on the Community's
economic partners and compliance of such a labelling regime
with World Trade Organisation rules.

level for chicken meat, meat products and preparations based
on compliance with animal welfare standards,
including the
possible socio-economic implications, the effects on the Com-
munity's economic partners and compliance of such a labelling
regime with World Trade Organisation rules.

Amendment 6
Recital 14

(14)
It is appropriate for the Commission to submit a report
based on new scientific evidence taking into account further
research and practical experience in order to improve further
the welfare of chickens kept for meat production including the
parent stock of such chickens, in particular as regards aspects
not covered by this Directive. That report should specifically
consider the influence of genetic parameters on identified defi-
ciencies resulting in poor welfare of chickens kept for meat pro-
duction.

(14)
It is appropriate for the Commission to submit a report
based on new scientific evidence taking into account further
research and practical experience in order to improve further
the welfare of chickens kept for meat production including the
parent stock of such chickens, in particular as regards aspects
not covered by this Directive. That report should specifically
consider the influence of genetic parameters on identified defi-
ciencies resulting in poor welfare of chickens kept for meat pro-
duction. That report should also consider the financial cost
arising from the removal of the negative impact of genetic
parameters.

Amendment 7
Recital 14a (new)

(14a) The development of new techniques for measuring the
welfare of chickens kept for meat production should be moni-
tored and their usefulness should be assessed with a view to
laying down clear parameters and minimising the cost of the
measures taken.

Amendment 8
Recital 15

(15) Member States should lay down rules on penalties appli-
cable to infringements of the provisions of this Directive and
they are implemented. Those penalties must be
ensure that
effective, proportionate and dissuasive.

(15) Member States should lay down harmonised rules on
penalties applicable to infringements of the provisions of this
Directive and should ensure that they are implemented. Those
penalties must be effective, proportionate, progressive and dis-
suasive. Imports of chickens from third countries, which come
from holdings that do not observe rules on the welfare of
chickens for meat production equivalent to those effective in
the EU, should also be regulated and, where appropriate,
prohibited.

Amendment 9
Recital 15a (new)

(15a) The Commission should vigorously defend the import-
ance of animal welfare during negotiations within the World
Trade Organisation (WTO), with a view to securing a world-
wide consensus on the matter. A high standard of animal wel-
fare is essential for sustainable farming, and respect for ani-
mal welfare should be an established criterion in negotiations
on non-trade concerns (NTCs).

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Amendment 10

Recital 15b (new)

(15b) The Commission should endeavour to establish a rule
under which third-country suppliers of poultry meat must
meet the same animal welfare requirements as EU chicken
breeders.

Amendment 11

Article 3, paragraph 1

The Member States shall ensure that the owner or keeper

1.
complies with the requirements set out in Annex I.

1.
The Member States shall ensure that the owner or keeper
complies with the requirements set out in Annex I. In assessing
compliance with those requirements by both low-density and
high-density establishments, account shall be taken of the
various stages of production, on the one hand, and the various
climatic conditions and the methods of keeping chickens, on
the other.

Amendment 12

Article 3, paragraph 2

2.
The Member States shall ensure that the stocking density
of chickens per square metre of useable area (‘stocking density’)
in establishments or single units of an establishment does not
exceed 30 kilogrammes liveweight.

2.
The Member States shall ensure that the stocking density
of chickens per square metre of useable area (‘stocking density’)
in establishments or single units of an establishment does not
exceed 30 kilogrammes liveweight. The maximum stocking
density shall be measured as an average of the last three
flocks. A margin of two days shall be permitted in the event
of an emergency. However, the stocking density for any single
flock shall not exceed 32 kilogrammes per liveweight.

Amendment 13

Article 3, paragraph 3, subparagraph 1

By way of derogation from paragraph 2,

3.
the Member
States may provide that chickens be kept at a stocking density
not exceeding 38 kilogrammes liveweight in establishments or
single units of an establishment provided that the owner or
keeper complies with the requirements set out in Annex II, in
addition to the requirements set out in Annex I.

By way of derogation from paragraph 2,

3.
the Member
States may provide that chickens be kept at a stocking density
not exceeding 38 kilogrammes liveweight in establishments or
single units of an establishment provided that the owner or
keeper complies with the requirements set out in Annex II, in
addition to the requirements set out in Annex I. The maximum
stocking density shall be measured as an average of the last
three flocks. A margin of two days shall be permitted in the
event of an emergency. However, the stocking density for any
single flock shall not exceed 40 kilogrammes per liveweight.

From 1 January 2013, the stocking density may not exceed 34
kilogrammes liveweight. This maximum stocking density shall
be measured as an average of the last three flocks. A margin
of two days shall be permitted in the event of an emergency.
However, the stocking density for any single flock shall not
exceed 36 kilogrammes per liveweight.

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Amendment 14

Article 3, paragraph 3, subparagraph 2, introductory sentence

In such cases of derogation, the Member State shall ensure
that:

Monitoring shall be extended to all establishments falling
within the scope of this Directive. The welfare of chickens
shall be monitored even in establishments where lower stock-
ing densities are maintained, because animal welfare is not
guaranteed by stocking density alone but is affected by other
factors. Member States shall therefore ensure that:

Amendment 15

Article 3, paragraph 3, subparagraph 2, point (ba) (new)

(ba)

the costs of the official controls shall be borne by the
competent authority.

Amendment 16
Article 4, paragraph 3

3. Member States shall ensure that a system is established for
the control and approval of training courses. The owner or
keeper of the chickens shall hold a certificate which is recog-
nised by the competent authority of the Member State, attest-
ing to the completion of such training courses or having
acquired experience equivalent to such training.

3. Member States shall ensure that a system is established for
the control and approval of training courses. The owner or
keeper of the chickens shall hold a certificate which is recog-
nised by the competent authority of the Member State, certify-
ing the competence of the holder with respect to the subject
areas detailed in Annex V.

Amendment 17
Article 5, paragraph 1

Not later than two years from the date of adoption of this
Directive, the Commission shall submit to the European Parlia-
ment and to the Council a report on the possible introduction
of a specific harmonised mandatory labelling regime at Com-
munity level for chicken meat, meat products and preparations
based on compliance with animal welfare standards.

Not later than six months from the date of adoption of this
Directive, the Commission shall submit to the European Parlia-
ment and to the Council a report on the possible introduction
of a specific harmonised mandatory labelling regime at Com-
munity level for chicken meat, meat products and preparations
based on compliance with animal welfare standards, including
clear information concerning production standards and the
origin of the product. Labels shall, in particular, indicate the
chicken stocking density at the holding concerned. Labels shall
also specify the animal's age and other parameters which con-
sumers wish to be taken into account.

Amendment 42

Article 5a (new)

Article 5a

Stimulation of self-regulatory behaviour

The Commission shall carry out activities to persuade EU
chicken-meat importers to demand the same level of animal
welfare standards from their suppliers.

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Amendment 18

Article 6, paragraph 1, subparagraph 1

1.
Not later than five years from the date of adoption of this
Directive, Member States shall submit to the Commission a
summary of the data collected as provided for in points 1 and
2 of Annex IV.

1.
Not later than two years from the date of adoption of this
Directive, Member States shall submit to the Commission a
summary of the data collected as provided for in points 1 and
2 of Annex IV.

Amendments 19 and 50

Article 6, paragraph 1, subparagraph 2

Based on that data and on a scientific opinion of the European
Food Safety Authority, the Commission shall submit to the
European Parliament and to the Council a report concerning
the influence of genetic parameters on identified deficiencies
resulting in poor welfare of chickens. That report shall be
accompanied by appropriate legislative proposals, if necessary.

Based on a scientific opinion of the European Food Safety Auth-
ority, and no later than four years from the date of the adop-
tion of this Directive, the Commission shall submit to the
European Parliament and to the Council a report concerning
the influence of genetic parameters on identified deficiencies
and all aspects of health resulting in poor welfare of chicken
in broiler and breeding keepings, concerning the loss of gen-
etic diversity in chicken breeding and including a cost-benefit
analysis of the use of various breeding strains with regard to
animal health, resistance to diseases, necessary use of biocides
and veterinary medical products. That report shall be sub-
mitted not later than 30 months after the adoption of this
directive and shall be accompanied by appropriate legislative
proposals,
if necessary. Such proposals shall be in keeping
with the principle that genetic selection must not restrict, dim-
inish or threaten animal welfare potential.

The adverse effects of earlier genetic selection must also be
eliminated.

Amendment 20

Article 6, paragraph 1, subparagraph 2a (new)

The report and legislative proposals shall consider both the
genetics of broilers and the welfare conditions under which
parent stock is raised, and shall consider options such as far-
ming birds of recognised slow-growing strains, restrictions on
weight gain of birds per day, a minimum age for slaughter
and the prohibition of the use of broilers from parent stock
that have to be restrictively fed.

Amendment 21

Article 6, paragraph 2a (new)

2a.
Two years after the date of adoption of this Directive,
the Commission shall conduct an assessment of the impact of
its provisions on the welfare of chickens kept for meat produc-
tion and of its economic impact in each Member State.

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Amendment 22
Article 6, paragraph 2b (new)

2b.
Five years after the date of adoption of this Directive,
the Commission shall submit an assessment report covering
the optimisation of the choice of the welfare parameters for
chickens kept for meat production and appropriate welfare
measurement techniques, with particular reference to para-
meters concerning behavioural, metabolic, and skeletal dis-
orders. The implementing method and the cost of welfare
measurement techniques shall be covered by this assessment,
in the interests of farmers and consumers.

No more than six months after the publication of the Com-
mission's assessment, it shall, where appropriate, be followed
by proposals for amendments to the annexes of this Directive.

Amendment 23
Article 7

The Member States shall lay down the rules on penalties appli-
cable to infringements of the national provisions adopted pur-
suant to this Directive and shall take all measures necessary to
ensure that they are implemented. The penalties provided for
must be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. The Member
States shall notify those provisions to the Commission by
[1 December 2006] at the latest and shall notify it without
delay of any subsequent amendment affecting them.

The Member States shall lay down the rules on penalties appli-
cable to infringements of the national provisions adopted pur-
suant to this Directive and shall take all measures necessary to
ensure that they are implemented. The penalties provided for
must be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. Except in clear
cases of abandonment or maltreatment, which require immedi-
ate action, the penalties shall be progressive. The Member
States shall notify those provisions to the Commission by
[1 December 2006] at the latest and shall notify it without
delay of any subsequent amendment affecting them.

Amendment 55
Annex I, point 2

2.
Feed shall be continuously available and must not be with-
drawn from chickens more than 12 hours before the expected
slaughter time.

2.
Feed shall be continuously available or be meal fed and
must not be withdrawn from chickens more than 12 hours
before the expected slaughter time.

Amendment 56
Annex I, point 3, subparagraph 1a (new)

After a building is depopulated, all litter must be removed, the
establishment appropriately sanitised (cleaned and disinfected)
and new birds provided with clean litter.

Amendment 25
Annex I, subtitle and point 4

Ventilation and heating

Ventilation, heating and cooling systems

Ventilation shall be sufficient to avoid overheating and,
to

4.
where necessary in combination with heating systems,
remove moisture.

4.
Ventilation and heating requirements shall take account
of the stage of production, the climatic conditions and the
chicken-rearing methods used.

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The owner or keeper shall ensure that each unit of an estab-
lishment is equipped with ventilation, heating and cooling sys-
tems designed, constructed and operated in such a way that:

(a)

the concentration of NH3 does not exceed 20 ppm and the
concentration of CO2 does not exceed 3000 ppm measured
at the level of the chickens' heads;

(b) ventilation is sufficient to avoid overheating and, where
necessary, in combination with heating systems, to remove
moisture;

(c) when the outside temperature measured in the shade
exceeds 30° C, the inside temperature does not exceed the
outside temperature by more than 3° C; and

(d) When the outside temperature is below 10° C, the relative
humidity inside the unit of the establishment does not
exceed 70 %

The ventilation, heating and cooling system shall be inspected
at the intervals indicated in the documentation required under
point 2 of Annex II.

Amendment 26
Annex I, point 6

6.
All buildings shall have light with an intensity of at least
20 lux during the light periods, measured at bird eye level and
illuminating the whole of the floor area. A temporary reduction
of the light level may be allowed when necessary following
veterinary advice.

6.
All buildings shall have non-flickering light with an inten-
sity of at least 50 lux during the light periods, measured at bird
eye level and illuminating the whole of the floor area. A tem-
porary reduction of the light level may be allowed when necess-
ary following veterinary advice.

Amendment 27
Annex I, point 7

7. Within three days from the time when the chickens are
placed in the building and until three days before the foreseen
time of slaughter, the light must follow a 24-hour rhythm and
include periods of darkness lasting at least 8 hours in total, with
at least one uninterrupted period of darkness of at least 4 hours.

7. Within seven days from the time when the chickens are
placed in the building and until three days before the foreseen
time of slaughter, the light must follow a 24-hour rhythm and
include periods of darkness lasting at least six hours in total,
with at least one uninterrupted period of darkness of at least 4
hours.

Amendment 28
Annexe I, point 8

8.
All chickens kept on the establishment must be inspected
at least twice a day. The keeper shall establish a procedure
which ensures that the inspecting person passes all chickens
within a distance of not more than three metres.

8.
All chickens kept on the establishment must be inspected
at least twice a day, or at least once a day if the establishment
is equipped with an advanced monitoring system (compute-
rised camera monitoring), which takes into account a variety
of behavioural and health-related parameters. Special atten-
tion should be paid to symptoms indicating a reduced level of
animal welfare (including animal health). A veterinary sur-
geon shall be contacted when necessary.

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Amendment 29
Annex I, point 9a (new)

The competent authority shall carry out an inspection

9a.
at least once a year.

Amendment 60
Annex I, point 10

10.
Those parts of buildings, equipment or utensils which are
in contact with the chickens shall be thoroughly cleaned and
disinfected every time after depopulation is carried out, before
a new flock is introduced into the unit.

10.
Those parts of buildings, equipment or utensils which are
in contact with the chickens shall be thoroughly cleaned and
disinfected every time after depopulation is carried out, before
a new flock is introduced into the unit. All-in/all-out systems
with sanitation of the unit between consecutive groups are
strongly recommended.

(b)

the origin of the chickens;

(b)

the origin and species of the chickens;

Amendment 30
Annex I, point 11(b)

Amendment 31
Annex I, point 12, paragraph 2

However, in order to prevent feather pecking and cannibalism,
the Member States may authorise beak trimming provided it
is carried out by qualified staff on chickens that are less than
10 days old. In addition, Member States may authorise the
castration of male chickens. The castration shall only be car-
ried out under veterinary supervision by personnel who have
received a specific training authorised by the competent auth-
ority.

deleted

Requirements for the establishments and the personnel

deleted

Amendment 32
Annex II, point 3

3.
The owner or keeper shall ensure that each unit of an
establishment is equipped with ventilation, heating and cool-
ing systems designed, constructed and operated in such a way
that:

(a)

the concentration of NH3 does not exceed 20 ppm and the
concentration of CO2 does not exceed 3000 ppm measured
at the level of the chickens heads;

(b) the inside temperature, when the outside temperature
measured in the shade exceeds 30° C, does not exceed
this outside temperature by more than 3° C;

(c) when the outside temperature is below 10° C, the relative
humidity inside the unit of the establishment does not
exceed 70 %.

The ventilation, heating and cooling system shall be inspected
at the intervals indicated in the documentation required under
point 2 (c).

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Amendment 33
Annex III, point 1, introductory part

The competent authority shall carry out inspections to

1.
verify:

The competent authority shall, carry out

1.
inspections at
least annually of all broiler establishments (whether they
have low or high stocking density), to verify:

Amendment 34
Annex III, point 2, paragraph 2

In addition, the competent authority may order the reduction
of the maximum stocking density for the establishment or units
of establishments concerned to an extent adequate to correct
the deficiency, normally to a stocking density of between 30
and 38 kilogrammes liveweight, when an inspection finds
that the requirements set out in Annex II are not complied
with or when receiving a notification under point 3 of Annex
IV indicating a severe deficiency or a second notification of a
deficiency previously notified for the same establishment. The
competent authority shall inform the owner or keeper of the
decision taken, and in particular of the moment from when
the reduction in stocking densities shall take effect.

The competent authority may, however, order the reduction of
the maximum stocking density for the establishment or units of
establishments concerned to an extent adequate to correct the
deficiency. The scale of such reductions shall be based on the
average mortality rate and foot pad dermatitis score for three
successive flocks, in accordance with Annex IV, points 3 and
4. There are three categories of flock deficiency:

— Group 1: no deficiency or a small number of deficiencies
(from 0 to one third of the scale established on the basis
of Annex IV, points 3 and 4). In such cases, no require-
ments other than that laid down in paragraph 1 of this
point shall apply;

— Group 2: a moderate number of deficiencies (from one
third to two thirds of the scale established on the basis
of Annex IV, points 3 and 4). If, following the detection
of deficiencies in a flock, there are no improvements
resulting in a return to Group 1 status, the farmer shall
be notified of the obligation to reduce the maximum
stocking density for the next flock by one kilogramme
per square metre. The reduced density shall remain in
force until such time as the establishment's score returns
to the level provided for under Group 1;

— Group 3: a large number of deficiencies (from two thirds
to the top of the scale established on the basis of Annex
IV, points 3 and 4). Following the detection of deficiencies
in a flock, the farmer shall be notified of the obligation to
reduce the maximum stocking density for the flock by one
kilogramme per square metre.

If the farmer does not follow the procedure laid down in
Annex III, point 3, a new examination shall be carried out
between the 90th and 120th days following the date on
which the reduction provided for in the previous subparagraph
was implemented. If the inspection shows that the situation
has not improved, a further reduction of one kilogramme per
square metre shall be made. The same procedure shall be
repeated until the establishment's score returns to the level
laid down for Group 1.

The competent authority shall inform the owner or keeper of
the decision taken and in particular of the time from which
the reduction of the stocking density shall take effect.

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Amendment 35

Annex III, point 3

3.
The owner or keeper of the establishment may request a
revision of the order of reduction of the maximum stocking
densities as referred to in point 2 provided that

3.
At the request of the owner or keeper of the establish-
ment, the order of reduction of the maximum stocking densities
as referred to in point 2 shall be lifted totally and immediately
by the competent authority provided that:

(a)

the two previous flocks complied with the limits set out in
point 3 of Annex IV; and

(a)

the previous flock complied with the limits set out in point
3 of Annex IV; and

(b)

the veterinarian attending the establishment has given a
favourable opinion on the request.

(b)

the veterinarian attending the establishment has given a
favourable opinion on the request.

The competent authority shall decide on the request on the
basis of an inspection of the establishment,
including an
evaluation of the documentation provided in accordance with
points 1 and 2 of Annex II.

Amendment 36

Annex IV, point 1, paragraph 1

1.
At the slaughterhouse each consignment shall undergo
under the supervision of the official veterinarian an inspection
of a representative sample of at least 200 chickens concerning
the occurrence of foot pad dermatitis, establishing a scoring in
accordance with point 4.

1.
At the slaughterhouse each consignment shall undergo
under the supervision of the official veterinarian an inspection
of a representative sample of 100 chickens concerning the
occurrence of
foot pad dermatitis, establishing a scoring in
accordance with point 4.

Amendment 37

Annexe IV, point 4, paragraph 2a (new)

The Commission shall provide detailed written descriptions of
lesions in groups 1 and 2, illustrated by photographs, in order
to establish an EU-wide classification.

Amendment 38

Annex IV, point 4, paragraph 2b (new)

A transitional period of at least two years shall be granted for
the implementation of the evaluation and scoring system in
respect of foot pad dermatitis.

Amendment 39

Annex V, point (b)

(b) physiology, in particular drinking and feeding needs, animal

behaviour and the concept of stress;

(b) physiology, in particular drinking and feeding needs, animal
behaviour including signs of normal behaviour, abnormal
behaviour, and fear, and the concept of stress;

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Amendment 40
Annex V, point (c)

(c)

the practical aspects of the handling of chickens, including
catching and transport;

(c)

the practical aspects of
chickens, including catching and transport;

the compassionate handling of

(d) emergency care for chickens, emergency killing and culling

(d)

the recognition of signs of common diseases and the
appropriate remedies emergency care for chickens, emerg-
ency killing and culling.

Amendment 41
Annex V, point (d)

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State aid reform

European Parliament resolution on State aid reform 2005-2009 (2005/2165(INI))

The European Parliament,

— having regard to the Commission consultation document,

‘State Aid Action Plan — less and better

targeted State aid: a roadmap for State aid reform 2005-2009’ (SAAP) (COM(2005)0107),

— having regard to the Commission Communication, ‘Consultation Document on State aid for Innovation’

(COM(2005)0436),

— having regard to Commission Decision 2005/842/EC of 28 November 2005 on the application of
Article 86(2) of the Treaty to State aid in the form of public service compensation granted to certain
undertakings entrusted with the operation of services of general economic interest (1),

— having regard to Commission Directive 2005/81/EC of 28 November 2005 amending Directive
80/723/EEC on the transparency of financial relations between Member States and public undertakings
as well as on financial transparency within certain undertakings (2),

— having regard to the Commission's working paper on a Community framework for State aid in the
form of public service compensation, in the version as forwarded to the Parliament for an opinion on
8 September 2004,

— having regard to the Commission's draft communication of 21 December 2005,

National Regional Aid for 2007-2013’,

‘Guidelines on

— having regard to the objectives of the Lisbon Strategy,

— having regard to the Presidency conclusions of the Barcelona European Council of 15 and 16 March
2002 and the Gothenburg European Council of 15 and 16 June 2001, and in particular the provisions
under which the Member States agreed to reduce the level of State aid in the EU and to redirect it
towards horizontal objectives of common interest,

— having regard to Articles 2, 5, 16, 73, 86, 87 and 88 of the EC Treaty,

(1) OJ L 312, 29.11.2005, p. 67.
(2) OJ L 312, 29.11.2005, p. 47.