Articles tagged with: animal protection

Labour: when will we see a timetable for change?

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24 Sep Environment

Labour: when will we see a timetable for change?

Chris Luffingham, acting Chief Executive of the League Against Cruel Sports, says the time for change is now, but asks if not now, then when?

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18 Jul Social affairs

Cruelty Free International disappointed at government’s failure to prioritise phase-out of animal testing

Animal protection NGO, Cruelty Free International, is disappointed at the government’s failure to include its manifesto pledge to plan the phase-out of animal testing in the King’s Speech.

Plastic free July: Vet warns of fatal harm to donkeys caused by plastic pollution

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09 Jul Environment

Plastic free July: Vet warns of fatal harm to donkeys caused by plastic pollution

The Donkey Sanctuary Kenya sees rise in cases of poisoning and colic due to plastic ingestion

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13 Jun Social affairs

Cruelty Free International welcomes Labour Party pledge to phase out animal testing

NGO calls for all parties to commit to end of animal testing

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07 Jun Social affairs

Cruelty Free International asks for candidates’ commitment on phase-out of animal testing in the UK

NGO also calls for animal testing for cosmetics to be made illegal

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07 May Social affairs

Continued sharp rise in UK cases of non-compliance with laws protecting animals in laboratories

Animal protection NGO Cruelty Free International is again calling on the government to ensure proper enforcement of the law protecting animals used in experiments in the UK. The latest UK Home Office report shows that non-compliance with the law continues. Abandonment of the previous inspection programme, and roll out of a new audit approach in 2021, has not stopped failings in the care of animals in laboratories.

10 Apr Environment

Government Urged To Boost Support For Killing "Menace" Grey Squirrels

A group of Tory MPs are calling on the government to increase the grants provided to landowners to trap and cull grey squirrels, and further support other methods of squirrel population control to protect the "precious" native red squirrel.

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22 Feb Social affairs

It’s time for change

The countryside is at risk of being used as a pawn in the next general election, by those intent on living in the past

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26 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Hunting could be used to stoke culture war at next election, charity says

Hunters are using what could be their final Boxing Day parades to stoke hatred in the countryside, says national animal welfare charity the League Against Cruel Sports.

The future of marine power: are we heading for collision or collaboration?

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05 Dec 2023 Environment

The future of marine power: are we heading for collision or collaboration?

As we are grappled by the nature and climate emergency, it has never been more important to seek joint solutions for our climate, and for our habitats and wildlife too. But as we strive to pioneer renewable expansion, are we at risk of forgetting the health of our seas? A collision of priorities must not be our downfall, this is the decade for collaboration.

Thousands urge national parks to protect vital rural life

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28 Nov 2023 Social affairs

Thousands urge national parks to protect vital rural life

Today a letter signed by thousands of wildlife and nature lovers has been handed to the associations of national park authorities in England and Wales urging them to protect their vital countryside.

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22 Nov 2023 Social affairs

European Court decision renders ban on animal testing for cosmetics meaningless

Symrise AG lose appeal against ECHA decision requiring animal testing on cosmetics ingredients

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24 Oct 2023 Social affairs

Cruelty Free International urges public and MPs to request government commitment to phase-out of animal testing

NGO also demands that animal testing for cosmetics be made illegal.

There is still time to #GetTheBanDone on trophy hunting imports

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18 Oct 2023 Environment

There is still time to #GetTheBanDone on trophy hunting imports

The British public’s patience is ‘up to eleven’ as the nationally backed Trophy Hunting (Import Prohibition) Bill is derailed.

When it comes to endangered wildlife, don’t license to kill

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17 Aug 2023 Environment

When it comes to endangered wildlife, don’t license to kill

A ban on imports of hunting trophies is in sight, but the House of Lords must reject wrecking amendments for licensing HMG-approved hunting trophies.

Shock collars: Cruel devices which simply do not work

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10 Aug 2023 Environment

Shock collars: Cruel devices which simply do not work

The Government has already committed to a ban on the barbaric use of shock collars in England – so why are the country's pets still waiting for action?

Leading animal welfare organisations join forces to launch the Time for Change Coalition Against Hunting

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30 Jun 2023 Social affairs

Leading animal welfare organisations join forces to launch the Time for Change Coalition Against Hunting

The UK’s most influential animal welfare and environmental organisations have announced they have formed a coalition to demand the next government strengthen laws on fox hunting.

Delivering on the Kept Animals Bill for Improved Animal Welfare in the UK

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28 Feb 2023 Environment

Delivering on the Kept Animals Bill for Improved Animal Welfare in the UK

The Kept Animals Bill aims to address significant animal welfare issues in the country, but its progress has been delayed due to on-going national events. Now, colleagues in Parliament and organisations like the British Veterinary Association are urging the government to ensure the Bill's continuation through Parliament to improve the lives of millions of animals.

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25 Jan 2023 Environment

Vets respond to shocking BBC Panorama investigation: Dogs, Dealers and Organised Crime

New, hard-hitting BBC Panorama and Disclosure investigations have revealed the links between organised crime and the breeding of dogs with extreme features. In light of these investigations, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling for urgent action on better enforcement and regulation of dog breeding and selling.

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18 Nov 2022 Environment

Wildlife campaigner and TV GP Dr Amir Khan speaks out for an end to cruel trophy hunting

Dr Khan and HSI/UK team up for new short documentary on why a UK hunting trophy import ban is crucial, ahead of key political debate

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03 Aug 2022 Environment

No mortgage, no pet: half of tenants who fear never owning own home face uphill battle in pet-averse rented sector

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21 Jul 2022 Environment

High Court grants permission for animal testing Judicial Review against Home Office

It can be revealed today that the High Court has granted permission to leading animal protection organization, Cruelty Free International, to apply for a judicial review against the Home Office relating to animal testing

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16 Jun 2022 Environment

Battersea Welcomes Long-Awaited New Pet Friendly Policies For Renters and Landlords

Veterinary medicines and vaccines are vital to the success of the UK

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25 May 2022 Environment

Veterinary medicines and vaccines are vital to the success of the UK

NOAH’s new Livestock Vaccination Guideline sets out how the UK can consolidate its position on the world stage when it comes to animal health and welfare standards.