Sir – I write in response to Jon Burgess’ letter (June 26) and his rose-tinted image of farming and slaughter methods in this country. Mr Burgess urged Ms Engel to hand over evidence of animal welfare and hygiene legislation breaches to the authorities. I would suggest Mr Burgess logs onto the Animal Aid Website and views some of the undercover footage taken at various slaughter houses.

This is just a snapshot of animal cruelty within the meat industry; for which an apology is necessary but not to the British livestock farmers. Maybe in light of the evidence, Mr Burgess might like to apologise to Ms Engel.

Jo Goodyear
Worcester