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Photograph showing a close-up of a lioness on the left with a focused expression and natural green background. On the right, Jenny Seagrove wearing headphones and a blazer is speaking into a microphone in a studio setting with blurred background elements.

Jenny Seagrove to host Radio 4 Appeal for Born Free

Listen live to Born Free Patron Jenny Seagrove, telling the story of our work to protect Meru’s lions, in Kenya.
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30 Facts About Hyenas

Discover 30 fascinating facts about hyenas, from their matriarchal clans to their bone-crushing bite. Find out why these misunderstood animals need our help.
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A tribute to David Wynne-Morgan

Virginia McKenna and Will Travers remember former Born Free Trustee and friend, David Wynne-Morgan, who passed away on Saturday 4 April 2026.
A white tiger in a zoo enclosure

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.
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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).
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Behind the scenes: Recording Born Free’s Radio 4 Appeal

Our Creative Content Officer Rose Summers, a talented photographer and filmmaker, reports on Jenny Seagrove’s spear-heading of our vital new audio appeal for lions.
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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.
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How to plan an ethical safari

Where would you like to go on holiday this year? A safari to our heartland of Kenya could be ideal, so we asked our partners at Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps for their advice.
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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.
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Urgent action needed for Marineland orcas

Born Free urges French and Spanish ministers to block any move to Loro Parque dolphinarium.