Protection of animals kept for farming purposes (Electro-immobilisation) Regulations 2007 (S.I. No. 197 of 2007). Country/Territory Ireland Document type Regulation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Livestock Keyword Animal welfare Animal health Slaughtering Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Northern Europe Abstract These Regulations place a ban on the use of electrical devices that cause stunning of animals. Full text English Website www.agriculture.gov.ie References - Legislation Implements Protection of Animals Kept for Farming Purposes Act (No. 13 of 1984). Legislation | Ireland | 1984 | Repealed Keyword: Basic legislation, Animal welfare, Inspection Source: FAO, FAOLEX