The European Coalition to End Animal Experiments (ECEAE), a coalition of key animal protection groups across the EU. |  |
A new European law that raises standards for animals used in research and testing across many EU countries may allow UK rules to be watered down, the RSPCA said today. |  |
(Ipswich - 6 September 2010) - A unique, non-invasive whale research boat leaves port this week to carry out vital survey work around the coast of the UK and Ireland. |  |
An annual dog licence fee of as little as £21.501 could help reduce the number of strays and help tackle irresponsible dog breeding, according to a new RSPCA report released today. | |
A cat who strayed more than 200 miles from home has been reunited with her owner thanks to a microchip. | |
A north London man has been banned from keeping dogs for five years after he was convicted of training a dog to fight following an investigation by covert RSPCA inspectors. | |
Some of the UK's largest animal charities, law enforcement agencies and unions have today (Tuesday) jointly called on the leaders of the main political parties to work together. |  |
Some of the UK's largest animal charities, law enforcement agencies and unions have today (Tuesday) jointly called on the leaders of the main political parties to work together. | |
Senior scientists have criticised a new report on the welfare of zoo elephants, which in part could be as poor as that of broiler chickens and dairy cattle from intensive farms. | |
RSPCA animal shelters throughout England and Wales are inundated with cats and kittens in desperate need of new homes. | |
The RSPCA welcomes news that artificial human skin can now be used to test chemicals for irritation, saving hundreds of laboratory rabbits from suffering and distress. | |
The ECEAE (European Coalition to End Animal Experiments), of which the BUAV is the UK member, has accused the European Commission (EC) of acting unlawfully by attempting to weaken legislation introduced to bring an end to the controversial testing and marketing of animal tested cosmetics within the EU. | |
Dr Hadwen Trust announces five new grants paving the way to replacing animals in experiments. |  |
A man from north London has been found guilty of dog fighting offences after graphic footage showing brutal dog fights was discovered by the RSPCA at his house. | |
Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, surveys Local Authorities in the UK each year to identify instances of dogs straying. |  |
A survey by YouGov* for the RSPCA has found more than six out of 10 (64 per cent) shoppers who bought ham, sausages, bacon or pork in the last six months want to choose higher welfare products like Freedom Food or free range. | |
Statistics released by the Home Office (Tuesday, 27 July 2010) show that the number of genetically modified animals used in experiments has increased by 10%. |  |
BUAV welcomes Minister's announcement to end animal testing for household products and reduce the use of animals in research. | |
Statistics released today by the Home Office (Tuesday, 27 July 2010) show that the UK's animal experiments have dropped by 1% - remaining at just over 3.6 million experiments. | |
The BUAV welcomes any decrease in the numbers of animals used in experiments in the UK. | |
The RSPCA is calling on the new Government to ensure more is done to reduce the use and suffering of animals in research and testing. | |