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Your complete round up of the latest news!
Dear John,
Thank you for standing with us in the fight for animals’ freedom - your support continues to make a real difference.
Read on to find out more!
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New Primate Licensing Laws in the UK
On 6th April, new licensing regulations governing the keeping of primates as ‘pets’ in England officially came into force, following years of campaigning by Freedom for Animals alongside a coalition of animal protection organisations, experts and advocates who have long raised serious concerns about the welfare of primates kept in private homes.
Although this marks an important acknowledgment by the government that primates are unsuitable as ‘pets’, and the legislation sets out minimum standards for housing, care and record-keeping, our position remains clear: this is not a sufficient solution to protect these animals from exploitation and harm, and crucially, still permits primates to be kept in private ownership.
Simply, no matter how detailed the standards are, a domestic environment can never meet the complex needs of a wild animal.
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National Trust Reindeer events
The National Trust’s Dunster Castle site has confirmed to us that they will no longer use reindeer in their events! As this was the only site still using reindeer in 2025, we are hopeful that this will be written into the organisation’s policy.
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An update on the Sea Life penguins
We’re very saddened to share that Ratchet, one of the Gentoo penguins at Sea Life London, has passed away aged 31 years. He was one of the 15 penguins at the heart of our ‘Free the Fifteen’ campaign.
Ratchet was a wild animal - an individual whose life should not have been defined by confinement. His tragic story is a reminder of why this campaign matters so deeply.
14 penguins remain. His family. We are continuing to work, alongside other organisations and in discussions with Merlin entertainments, to secure a better future for them - one that respects their nature and their rights.
Please help us keep the pressure on by signing the petition. ([link removed])
For Ratchet - and for the others still there - we keep going. Thank you for standing with us.
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Bring an end to hunting!
Our friends at the Hunt Saboteurs Association have asked us to share the link to the government’s Consultation on Proposals to Prohibit Trail Hunting in England and Wales ([link removed]). The consultation is open until 18th June.
The HSA have provided suggested responses ([link removed]), but it is important that all submissions are unique to the individual, as ‘cut and paste’ entries will be put into a single submission.
Now is the time to bring hunting to an end - make sure your voice is heard!
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Our Spring Raffle has launched!
Enter now and any of these brilliant prizes could be yours:
A huge bundle of goodies from Clearspring ([link removed]) - worth £150!
A fabulous t-shirt of your choice from Heartcure ([link removed])
Three pairs of amazing socks from Plant Faced Clothing ([link removed])
A great t-shirt from Plant Faced Clothing ([link removed]) as well!
Some wonderful, handcrafted skincare from Wonder Organic Skincare ([link removed])
A beanie, pack of greetings cards and badge from our very own shop ([link removed])
We will be adding more prizes too!
Tickets cost just £2 each and are on sale until 4pm on 16th June, with the draw taking place at 5pm that day! UK only.
BUY RAFFLE TICKETS NOW ([link removed])
Thank you so much for your ongoing support - it means the world to us, and to the animals we’re working to help. Together, we can bring about change and an end to captivity.
Laura Walton
Co-Director
Freedom for Animals
P.S. Thank you for being there for animals suffering in captivity. Can you help them today by sending a gift ([link removed]) to stop this cruelty? Thank you for your kindness.
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Freedom for Animals is the working name of the Captive Animals' Protection Society.
The Captive Animals' Protection Society is a registered charity, no. 1124436, and a company, no. 2086775, limited by guarantee in England and Wales.
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