UK Government fails to meet its nature and animal welfare commitments in King’s Speech
Born Free responds to the King's Speech on 7th November 2023, which failed to fulfil longstanding government promises for nature and animal welfare.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Speaking up for Snakes
Organisations, including Born Free, call on DEFRA to improve standards for snakes in pet shops.
Fireworks: harmless fun, or compounded misery for animals in zoos?
Born Free urges everyone to consider the wellbeing of animals this firework and bonfire season.
CITES Standing Committee: Everything you need to know
As Born Free calls for tighter restrictions on international wildlife trade when regulatory body, CITES, meets in Geneva, we look at why CITES is important and how Born Free is involved.
Born Free responds to IUCN SSC position statement
Born Free Foundation reacts to IUCN Position Statement on the role of zoos, aquariums, and botanic gardens in species conservation.
Plans to cull badgers in Northern Ireland rejected by court
Plans by Northern Ireland’s Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) to introduce an English style badger cull in efforts to control bovine TB in cattle, have been thrown out by the High Court in a judgement released on 25th October.
Elephants in Zoos? Enough is Enough
On the 40th anniversary of Pole Pole’s death, Born Free releases powerful animation, voiced by Founder Patron Joanna Lumley, and new petition calling for an Elephant-free UK.
End the use of reindeer at events this festive season
Born Free is encouraging supporters to help bring an end to the use of reindeer at festive events, alongside our partner organisations.
Concerns persist for animals at South Lakes Zoo
Issues clearly remain despite inspection report claiming all is well at the zoo.
Twiggy the elephant: we will never forget
Born Free is sad to report that Twiggy, who lived alone at Belgrade Zoo for 26 years, has died.