This week, a grotesque new chapter in the genetic modification of animals hit the headlines. Employing a new ‘wonder gene-editing tool’, pigs are being used to grow organs for transplantation into humans.
Posted 07 Jun 2016
The racing industry often claims that the wellbeing of the racehorses is its top priority. But as these two quotes from industry-insiders show, this is far from the truth.
Posted 31 May 2016
A recent survey commissioned by the Vegan Society and Vegan Life Magazine has found that there are now 542,000 people following a vegan diet in the UK. This means that the number of vegans in...
Posted 18 May 2016
The Times today (12 May 2016), has revealed that more than 30 abattoirs in the UK are denying government officials access to CCTV footage of animals being slaughtered. CCTV is vital in bringing prosecutions against...
Posted 12 May 2016
Ignoring scientific evidence and public outrage, the government is set to continue culling badgers in nine English counties: Cheshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Somerset, Worcestershire and Wiltshire.
Posted 09 May 2016
Animal Aid has long campaigned against vivisection and the involvement of medical research charities in this shocking practice. We are pleased to announce the launch of our new campaign, Don’t leave a legacy of suffering.
Posted 29 Apr 2016
Pigs given heart attacks by blocking their arteries. Pregnant sheep surgically mutilated, recording devices inserted into their unborn lambs, then the ewes part-suffocated before being killed. GM mice given cancer after months of dosing with chemical used...
Posted 29 Apr 2016
A tribute to Prince by Karen Dawn, who is an animal advocate and author: We have all heard the shocking news that Prince has died. What much of the world has not heard is that Prince's...
Posted 22 Apr 2016
A new report published by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has concluded that eating processed meat – such as bacon, sausages and ham – increases the risk of developing stomach cancer.
Posted 21 Apr 2016
World Day for Animals in Laboratories is marked on the 24th April each year. Established in 1979, this is a day when people around the globe gather to remember those animals who have suffered and...
Posted 21 Apr 2016