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Halal Meat Act (Chapter 183).

Type of law
Legislation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Source


Abstract
This Act sets out provisions for the supply and importation of halal meat, which is meat fit for consumption by Muslims.
The Act provides for the establishment of a Board for issuing Halal Import Permits and for an Inspection Committee, and defines their internal composition.
The Act further provides for: procedures and requirements for obtaining a Halal Import Permit; requirements for the supply of local halal meat; powers of the Inspection Committee to inspect any slaughtering centre at any time; offences and penalties; rule making powers of the Minister; etc.
Long title of text
An Act to regulate the supply and importation of halal meat, and related matters.
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on 17 April 1999.
Notes
The text is the revised edition published in 2014.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Implemented by