The Worshipful Company of Poulters is one of the Livery Companies of the

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. In 1368, the organisation received the power to regulate the sale of poultry, swans, pigeons, rabbits and small game. The company, which was incorporated under a

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in 1665, is no longer an association of tradesmen that retains its ancient powers, but now operates as a charitable institution as do most of the other Livery Companies. The Poulters' Company ranks thirty-fourth in the

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of Livery Companies. Its motto is ''Remember Your Oath''.

External links

The Poulters Company website
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