Written question asked by Afzal Khan (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 April 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Poultry: Ammonia

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to reduce the level of ammonia pollution from poultry farming.

Answer: Large intensive poultry farms with livestock place numbers above specified size thresholds are regulated under the Environmental Permitting Regulations. The operators of these farms must hold a permit which requires implementation of best available techniques to reduce pollutant emissions, including ammonia. Regulated premises are regularly inspected to ensure compliance with permit conditions. BAT is reviewed periodically which delivers continuous improvement in environmental performance.

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