News from 2009
Fox hunting is no human right, says European Court
Sunday, 20 December 2009 12:17
Advocates for Animals is delighted that the European Court of Human Rights has comprehensively rejected complaints against the United Kingdom by a supporter of foxhunting and the Countryside Alliance.
OneKind to attend Edinburgh Ethical Christmas Fayre
Tuesday, 15 December 2009 17:13
Advocates for Animals will be at this year's Ethical Christmas Fayre in central Edinburgh, promoting the OneKind message and selling some very tasty chocolate.
Nutkins Calls For Seal Breeding Season Shooting Ban
Friday, 27 November 2009 15:52
TV naturalist Terry Nutkins has supported our campaign to LOOK OUT for SEALS and has written to the Scottish Parliament calling for a ban on shooting seals during their breeding seasons.
Environment Minister faces questions on snaring policy
Thursday, 19 November 2009 09:44
The Scottish Government Environment Minister Roseanna Cunningham MSP is to be called before the Scottish Parliament Public Petitions Committee to answer questions on the Government’s policy on snaring.
Foie Gras off the menu for Scottish Government functions
Wednesday, 18 November 2009 14:04
Advocates for Animals and Labour MSP Irene Oldfather have received assurance that Foie Gras will no longer be served at functions hosted at the First Minister’s Bute House.
Massive rise in Scottish animal experiments
Wednesday, 18 November 2009 13:42
The number of scientific experiments on animals rose by 42% in Scotland last year. The majority of this increase was due to more fish being used by universities and medical schools.
More Hedgehogs make it from Uist to mainland
Wednesday, 11 November 2009 11:41
Over 100 hedgehogs have been humanely transferred by Uist Hedgehog Rescue (UHR) to the Scottish mainland during the latest phase of trapping in the Benbecula area of the Uists.
A welcome end to notorious tests
Monday, 28 September 2009 13:04
Advocates for Animals has welcomed the news that non-animal methods to replace the Draize rabbit test for severe eye irritancy have now been accepted by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
Show the European Commission that animal welfare is important
Wednesday, 23 September 2009 11:16
We need your help to tell the Commission that animal welfare is a major concern for many EU citizens.
Badger trapper receives record fine
Wednesday, 19 August 2009 11:06
A fine of £3,500 has been handed to a farm manager and gamekeeper who snared and shot dead four badgers. Anthony Rogers who is from Dumfriesshire, claimed he had shot the animals humanely after they were accidentally trapped and injured in a wood on his farm.
'Glorious 12th' signals start of grouse slaughter
Tuesday, 11 August 2009 11:08
On 12 August the shooting season for red grouse begins in the UK, and this iconic bird will suddenly find itself in the line of fire. This first day is often called the 'glorious 12th', though in our opinion 'inglorious 12th' would describe it better.
Consultation offers hope to greyhounds
Monday, 03 August 2009 11:09
Advocates for Animals welcomed the opportunity to respond to DEFRA’s consultation on proposals for welfare of racing greyhounds regulations.
John completes 1000-mile bike ride!
Thursday, 23 July 2009 11:10
John Robertson, a 34-year-old Graphic Designer from Edinburgh, has today completed his epic solo cycling voyage in which he travelled from Land's End to John O' Groats.
Celebs join cyber protest
Thursday, 16 July 2009 11:12
Ricky Gervais, actress Joanna Lumley OBE and rockers Brian May CBE and Chrissie Hynde, are joining tens of thousands of people taking part in the virtual march to Brussels where the 20-year old law on animal experiments is up for review by politicians.
Legendary Scottish Philosopher Given Oldest Animal Welfare Award
Thursday, 16 July 2009 00:00
Last week Advocates for Animals was delighted to posthumously honour Timothy Sprigge, former Professor of Logic and Metaphysics at Edinburgh University and internationally renowned philosopher.
Labour MSP calls for outright ban on snaring
Monday, 15 June 2009 00:00
Scottish Labour’s Irene Oldfather has accused the Scottish Government of failing to take decisive action on snaring despite overwhelming public support for a full ban.
Performing animals should be confined to past
Tuesday, 02 June 2009 00:00
Advocates for Animals and the Captive Animals' Protection Society (CAPS) have called on the public to boycott one of the UK’s last remaining animal circuses, when it performs in The Public Park in Galashiels later today.
A First For Scotland: Fundraising For The Future
Wednesday, 27 May 2009 00:00
Advocates for Animals is creating the first Scottish salaried graduate opportunity to gain fundraising experience. Currently only three organisations in the UK offer graduate training opportunities in fundraising and these are all London-based.Results of Vote to Revise Law Governing Animal Experiments across EU
Tuesday, 05 May 2009 00:00
For the first time in 23 years, the whole of the European Parliament voted on proposals to update the law governing the use of animals in experiments across Europe.Damning vote and positive progress
Monday, 27 April 2009 00:00
On 31 March, the European Parliament’s lead committee considering the proposal to revise the law voted for a series of changes (known as amendments) that seriously undermine the proposal from the European Commission to regulate animal testing across Europe.
Crucial vote looms in Europe
Monday, 27 April 2009 00:00
The revision of the law governing the use of animals in experiments across Europe has reached a crucial stage. In early May, for the first time in 23 years, the whole of the European Parliament will have the opportunity to vote on proposals to update the law governing the use of animals in experiments across Europe.
Over 10,000 signatures calling for ban on snaring
Wednesday, 22 April 2009 00:00
A public petition calling for a ban on the manufacture, possession, sale and use of all snares in Scotland has now been signed by an overwhelming 10,000 people.
Scottish MEPs urged to hold line for lab animals
Monday, 30 March 2009 00:00
Advocates for Animals and several other organisations have joined forces to press for measures that would improve protection for animals and humans.
Distressing footage of badger in snare prompts renewed calls for a ban
Wednesday, 04 March 2009 00:00
We have obtained footage that clearly shows the terrible reality of a badger, which is a protected species in the UK, caught in a snare at a shooting estate in Scotland.Is Scotland trapped in the past?
Thursday, 19 February 2009 00:00
Our Campaign to Ban Snares in Scotland will mark the anniversary of the decision taken by Michael Russell MSP not to make snaring illegal. Advocates for Animals and the League Against Cruel Sports will mark the anniversary on 19 February 2009 outside the Scottish Parliament building and across Edinburgh by showing the terrible reality of snares.72% of young people oppose grey squirrel cull
Friday, 06 February 2009 00:00
A new survey commissioned by Advocates for Animals has revealed that less than 1 in 5 young people (aged 16-24 years) support a national cull of grey squirrels as an acceptable measure of preserving red squirrels.
Complete ban on primate experiments needed
Wednesday, 07 January 2009 00:00
Advocates for Animals fully support Labour MEP David Martin’s call for a complete ban in experiments on primates. At the moment the law only protects the Great Apes such as Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Orangutans.
Headlines
- Catalonia bans the bullfight
- Victory for badgers
- David speaks up for animals in Europe
- Europe says no to cloned animals
- Pain outweighs gain for tail-docked dogs
- Whaling not to be legitimised as IWC deal falls apart
- MSP makes stand against return to commercial whaling
- Wanted alive: Scotland’s wildlife. Reward: £276 million
- Time for clearer meat labelling say MEPs
- Give your feedback on European Union animal welfare policy