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Andy Burnham: Statement on Animal Welfare
Labour has a proud record on animal welfare. From banning fur farming and fox hunting to the Animal Welfare Act, I am proud to have been part of a brave and reforming government. I want to lead a government that matches that ambition. Animal welfare is a moral cause. We also understand even better, today, …
LAWS endorses Andy Burnham and calls for renewed action for animals
The Labour Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) is pleased to endorse Andy Burnham to become Leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister. Whilst LAWS does not formally nominate candidates in Labour leadership elections, a long-standing policy, we believe that Andy is the right person to bring our party together and to deliver the party’s electoral …
Urge Andy Burnham to protect animal welfare
Labour promised the biggest boost to animal welfare in a generation. Now we need to make sure that promise is delivered. Please write to your local Labour MP today and ask them to raise animal welfare with Andy Burnham and his team. Defra’s Animal Welfare Strategy must be reaffirmed, implemented in full, and backed with …
Trail hunting consultation guidance
As part of the government’s world-leading Animal Welfare Strategy, announced in December, DEFRA has launched a consultation on banning trail hunting which closes on 18 June. A ban on trail hunting will deliver the party’s pledge to end this practice, as committed to in the 2024 Labour Party Manifesto. The government is interested in responses from organisations and …
Trail hunting ban a step closer as Labour launches consultation process
The Labour government has taken an important step for animal welfare by launching its consultation on banning trail hunting in England and Wales. This is welcome news for everyone who wants to see stronger protection for wild animals. Labour pledged in its 2024 manifesto to ban trail hunting, and the government has now begun the …
Respond by 9 March 2026 to support ending cages for hens and better welfare for lambs.
As part of the government’s world-leading Animal Welfare Strategy, announced in December, DEFRA has launched two consultations: one on ending cages for hens, and one on lamb welfare during castration and tail docking. Both consultations close at the end of the day on Monday 9 March. The government is interested in responses from organisations and members of the public. Every …
LAWS hosts parliamentary reception to celebrate Animal Welfare Strategy
This week, the Labour Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) hosted a parliamentary reception with Labour MPs, peers and animal protection advocates to celebrate the government’s new Animal Welfare Strategy and discuss the next steps needed to turn its commitments into real-world change for animals. The reception reflected a strong sense of momentum. Labour has set out …
LAWS welcomes Labour’s Animal Welfare Strategy
Labour Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) welcomes today’s publication of Defra’s new Animal Welfare Strategy, which the government says will deliver the most ambitious animal welfare reforms in a generation, improving protections for pets, farmed animals and wildlife. The strategy sets a clear direction of travel away from outdated and harmful practices, and it reflects strong …
STATEMENTS ON ANIMAL WELFARE FROM DEPUTY LEADERSHIP CANDIDATES
Labour Animal Welfare Society is pleased to share statements from candidates for Deputy Leader. As in previous leadership contests, we invite all candidates to set out their priorities for animals and animal welfare. The statements are published in alphabetical order. LAWS will not endorse or nominate a candidate in this process, although as a Socialist …
LAWS at Conference 2025
It’s that time of year again: next week we’ll be in Liverpool, working hard to push animal welfare at Labour Conference. LAWS will be exhibiting throughout Conference at Stand E10 in the main exhibition hall. If you’re attending, please come and say hello, pick up materials and a plant-based chocolate, and hear how we can help deliver the biggest boost …
