Last week MPs had their first chance to discuss the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill during the Second Reading debate in the House of Commons. During the debate, which covered the general principles of the Bill, many MPs welcomed the expansion of the scope of the Bill to include decapod crustaceans. MPs from across different parties spoke in support of the Bill. All frontbench spokespeople welcomed the amendment made in the House of Lords to expand the scope of the Bill to dec

European Commission’s Public Consultation The European Union is currently reviewing all animal welfare legislation. As part of this review, they have opened up a survey to the public to receive thoughts on current legislation, and what improvements could be made. This consultation is open to everyone, not just EU citizens. Why is this so important? This is a rare opportunity to give your opinion on animal welfare legislation directly to the decision makers. Each survey will b