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There are plenty of things Labour can be proud of from its years in government. Among them is banning fox hunting. At its 2006 Conference, the party presented a video celebrating its “50 Reasons to be Proud of Labour”, including the…
Labour should start a broader conversation about the place of the other animals in an inclusive politics and how to end abuse.
Labour can be proud that the policies announced today will ensure that animals are protected for generations to come.
Britain has the opportunity to lead the world in pioneering modern, humane science that truly reflects our shared values.
The draft National Policy Forum documents published by LabourList in May contained a pledge by the party to “ensure animals are treated with respect”. Yet the only policies it mentioned that might contribute to that objective were closing…
After a frankly unbelievable 12 months or so, I can confidently say that there are only two things that have kept me going through the madness that coronavirus has bestowed upon us all. The natural response here would ordinarily be: 1) my…
Labour has demanded that there be no more "dither and delay" on the move to increase prison sentences for animal cruelty, amid reports that there has been a spike during the coronavirus lockdown. In a letter to the Environment Secretary…
This month has marked 15 years since hunting with dogs was banned in England and Wales. The Hunting Act was one of Labour’s proudest achievements in government, putting an end to the cruel “sport” of fox hunting. It was a landmark moment in…
Labour is set to announce a £4.5m funding boost to pay for a police "crackdown" on wildlife crime as part of "the most radical animal welfare plan anywhere in the world". The funding increase will see the number of police officers tasked to…
Britain has always been a proud nation of animal lovers. Yet for decades, our laws have failed to keep up with public expectations. Most people are unaware that the last major piece of legislation protecting animals – the Animal Welfare Act…
This week marks the start of the grouse shooting season in Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Driven grouse shooting consists of a line of “beaters”, blowing whistles and waving flags to chase wild grouse towards a line of guns, waiting to…
Mr Speaker, action to tackle the international trade in ivory is welcome, if not long overdue. As I have already confirmed to the Secretary of State, this side of the House will not be opposing this Bill but will seek to improve it at…
