MSPs discuss animal welfare ahead of Scottish elections
Hustings event in Edinburgh sees candidates quizzed on how they will take action for animals.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
New study questions effectiveness of British zoo inspection process
A new paper authored by members of Born Free’s Policy Team, highlights concerns with the consistency of inspections, their ability to detect non-compliance and drive improvements.
A week in Brazil, advocating for animals
Born Free’s Policy Advisor Ian Redmond OBE reflects on a critical meeting of the United Nations’ Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS).
UK government finally introduces new restrictions on lead ammunition
New restrictions on the sale and use of lead ammunition have been laid before Parliament and come into force in England, Wales and Scotland today.
Is South Africa backtracking on lion breeding & canned hunting?
Born Free warns against any reversal of the phasing out of South Africa’s captive lion breeding industry.
Urgent action needed for Marineland orcas
Born Free urges French and Spanish ministers to block any move to Loro Parque dolphinarium.
Culling of wolf pack in Kent raises serious ethical questions for zoos
Born Free reacts to the recent news that Wildwood, Kent has culled its entire wolf pack as a ‘last resort’.
What Samba the capybara’s escape reveals about zoos and ecological risk
Born Free’s Captivity Research and Policy Manager, Chris Lewis, discusses the potential ecological consequences when animals escape from zoos.
How to help endangered animals
Discover ways to help endangered animals through everyday actions. From gardens to African savannahs, learn how to protect wildlife with Born Free.
Born Free advocates for migratory species at Brazil CMS COP
We’ll be attending the global platform for the conservation of migratory animals and their habitats – but what is it all about?