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EU work programme without new animal‑welfare measures draws pressure

The absence of new proposals in the EU Commission’s 2026 work programme raises questions about the pace of animal‑welfare reform.

In October 2025, The Brussels Times reported that the EU Commission’s 2026 work programme did not include new proposals to modernise animal‑welfare rules (absence of animal‑welfare proposals (The Brussels Times)).

In Northern Europe, families and industry actors expect clear frameworks. When regulation lags, the need for industry‑led quality and voluntary standards becomes even stronger.

Solvenor responds with transparency and documentation across the memorial process. When policy signals are unclear, delivering safe, traceable, and respectful experiences becomes even more important.