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Yet another reason to drop turkey this Christmas

A report in the 'Daily Mirror' (December 14 2015) describes the horrific ordeal faced by hundreds of turkeys who were being transported to slaughter when the lorry that was carrying them fell on its side...

Posted 14 Dec 2015

Today’s news highlights two more reasons to go vegan

Two stories in the news today emphasise the urgent need to drop animal products and adopt a cruelty-free vegan diet. Speaking at the climate change talks in Paris, Arnold Schwarzenegger has urged the public to...

Posted 08 Dec 2015

The animal victims of flooding

The recent devastating floods in parts of Northern England have resulted in a massive collaborative effort to save the lives and property of those affected.

Posted 07 Dec 2015

Go vegan to protect the planet

As world leaders meet in Paris to discuss climate change, we wonder if they will mention one of the biggest causes of greenhouse gas emissions – animal farming.

Posted 30 Nov 2015

Shooting’s lethal addiction to lead shot

A new report from Oxford University has shown that discarded lead shot kills around 100,000 wetland birds every year – and that eating birds contaminated with lead shot is worse for human health than previously...

Posted 26 Nov 2015

Please take action for animals used in Christmas events

As the Christmas period draws nearer, we have seen a rise in the amount of local authorities and businesses using live animals in displays. The consequence is that wild animals such as reindeer and penguins...

Posted 24 Nov 2015

Animals as prizes banned in Alsager

Alsager Town Council has voted through a motion to prohibit the practice of giving away animals as prizes. The motion was put to the council by Green Party Councillor, and Animal Aid supporter, Jane Smith...

Posted 19 Nov 2015