“Absurd and cruel” - that is how campaigners have described the recent announcement by Government to fly breeding pigs to China as part of a new trade deal.  Campaigners from Ethical Farming Ireland and My Lovely Pig Rescue, along with number of celebrities and animal welfare experts are protesting today outside Leinster House.  Speaking to Ciara this morning was Founder and Director of Ethical Farming Ireland, Caroline Rowley. 

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