Nottinghamshire zoo plans opposed by Born Free rejected by local council
Born Free is pleased with the decision by Broxtowe Borough Council to reject the planning permission for a new zoo.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Pet Primate Licensing Regulations Pass into Law
Born Free cautiously welcomes new regulations requiring all primate owners in England to obtain a licence, which passed into law on 5th March.
Why are dangerous wild animals as pets such a problem?
Born Free’s Captivity Research Officer Chris Lewis considers Born Free’s latest research into dangerous wild animals kept in private residences across Britain, and the problems that exotic pet ownership poses.
Born Free calls for action on animal abuse in tourism
UK Government needs to act urgently to bring landmark legislation into effect.
New European crackdown on Environmental Crime
Born Free welcomes new Directive which will make trafficking wildlife in the EU increasingly risky for criminals.
Rhino poaching on the rise again in South Africa
Latest government figures from South Africa reveal an increase in rhino killing since 2020.
Reindeer review
With your help, our joint campaign to end the cruel use of live reindeer at UK events and call for a more compassionate Christmas 2023, had a big impact.
Exposing ‘exotic pet’ ownership in the UK
King cobras, crocodiles and cougars - we reveal the wild animals being kept next door.
Migratory species: Finding a way to protect them
Born Free’s Senior Wildlife Consultant, Ian Redmond OBE, reports from Uzbekistan following the 14th meeting of the UN's Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals.
Nature without borders
Born Free is joining delegates from 133 governments at a key global wildlife meeting to improve protection for migratory species, hosted by the Government of Uzbekistan.