Minister of Agriculture Martine Hansen clarified the stance, stating, “There are currently no immediate plans to amend the Animal Protection Bill in this regard.” This response came following a parliamentary question from the Pirate Party.
MP Marc Goergen raised concerns over the treatment of lobsters, highlighting the practice of immersing them alive into boiling water during preparation despite their sensitivity to pain.
The Minister of the Christian Social People’s Party (CSV) acknowledged, however, that there are plans for revisions at the European level, hinting at forthcoming amendments that would necessitate corresponding adjustments at the national level.
