Badger culling continues despite Bern Convention findings
Thousands more badgers face being shot in England this autumn despite a finding that the culls contravene an internationally binding legal agreement.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Close season for hares: Your questions answered
Our Head of Policy, Dr Mark Jones tackles the most frequently asked questions we’ve received via social media about hares, hunting and the urgent need to take action to protect them.
Born Free to attend IUCN World Conservation Congress
Our Policy team will be supporting motions to improve wildlife conservation and welfare standards at the global Congress.
Clamping down on wildlife crime
From badger baiting, to persecuting birds of prey, the UK needs to do more tackle wildlife crime, so we co-hosted a vital event at the Labour Party conference to highlight the issues.
Two years on, government inaction leaves animals used in tourism to suffer
The Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act remains toothless despite campaigning from Born Free and our partners.
Why your voice matters
Every signature you give, every pledge you make, is more than just a name on a page - it’s a voice for the voiceless.
New Bovine TB review fails to address critical issues
Badger Trust and Born Free Foundation Issue a Joint Statement on the Godfray Review - 4 September 2025
Born Free calls on TUI to stop supporting dolphin exploitation
We are supporting the latest protest targeting travel giant TUI and their continued promotion and sale of dolphinaria ‘experiences’ around the world.
Marineland orcas and dolphins in limbo
Concerns continue to grow for orcas and dolphins held in captivity at defunct French marine park.
Cafés are no place for wild animals like capybaras
In response to plans for an interactive capybara café in England, Born Free alongside Animal Aid, Freedom for Animals, OneKind, the RSPCA and World Animal Protection has released a position statement.