What are the possible implications of the animal testing protest ban for online activity?
Animal Concern takes a look at the proposed animal testing protest ban and how it could affect Scotland in terms of taking online action.
MAJOR WIN: Bill to ban greyhound racing passes Stage 2!
Mark Ruskell MSP's Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill passes Stage 2 in the Scottish Parliament, taking us a step closer to securing a ban on this cruel practice.
Milking it for all its worth:Supreme Court bans Oatly from using ‘milk’ in its branding
The recent Supreme Court ruling over Oatly’s use of the term ‘milk’ is a blow to plant-based brands.
Beagle rescuers convicted of burglary
Following a series of stunts carried out in 2022, activists have been convicted of burglary for rescuing dogs from MBR Acres testing facility.
TAKE ACTION: Sign the petition to end testing on dogs and other animals
Join more than 100,000 people in calling on the UK Government to end animal testing.
Soil Association ordered to release organic salmon inspection reports
Tribunal rules in favour of UK Information Commissioner regarding the release of organic salmon reports.
Parliament debate reiterates archaic argument that animal testing is a necessity
A Parliament debate on the Animals in Science Regulation Unit annual report 2024 recycled the age-old argument that animal testing is essential.
League Against Cruel Sports leads petition to end fox hunting
An open letter to Keir Starmer is calling on the government to act and push ahead with the consultation to ban trail hunting.
Petition to end testing on dogs and other animals reaches 100,000+ signatures
The public calls on the UK Government to end testing on animals.
“Guidance” Not Good Enough for Equine Welfare
The new Equine Welfare Guidance soon to be published will include that “best practice is not to shave the tail unless there is a veterinary/welfare reason to do so”, but will guidance be enough to stop those determined to bare the horses hind ends?
The UK Government’s strategy to phase out animal testing does not do enough
The ‘Replacing Animals in Science strategy’, announced in November 2025, falls short of protecting animals.
The Fight Against Fireworks: Latest Updates.
A debate held. A licensing scheme paused. Communities still waiting.
Take Action: Consultation on proposed ban for keeping hens in cages
UK Government launches consultation into banning cages for hens.
MAJOR WIN: Bill to ban greyhound racing passes Stage One!
With an astounding vote in favour of the Bill to ban Greyhound racing in Scotland, the Bill has passed stage 1 and will now move to stage 2!
Animal Concern Now Recruiting New Trustees
Animal Concern is now recruiting new trustees to help shape the future for animals!
Organic salmon farms attempt to evade public scrutiny
The Soil Association is appealing a UK Information Commissioner decision and consulting on standards for organic farmed salmon.
Guga hunt protest turns attention to NatureScot
It’s time to put an end to the Guga Hunt. NaturScot has a responsibility to protect the Gannet population from this senseless slaughter.
How could the proposed ban on protesting against animal testing impact Scotland?
Animal Concern takes a look at the recent House of Lords vote concerning proposed restrictions on protesting against animal testing and how the ban could affect Scotland, if it is passed.
Animal Concern Welcomes New Policy & Research Lead!
With an Undergraduate degree in Scots Law with English Law, involvement in Freedom of Information reform, and an array of experience around parliamentary proceedings, we are thrilled to welcome Annie Barber as our Research & Policy Lead!
Government Moves to Criminalise Protest Against Animal Testing
Animal Concern calls on the Government to protect our fundamental right to protest and put animal's rights ahead of the interests of organisations practicing animal testing.