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Advocates for Animals is Scotland’s leading animal protection organisation. We effect positive change for animals in Scotland, the UK and beyond through our high-profile OneKind campaigns, political lobbying, investigations and public education.

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OneKind will build on the connections between people, animals and the natural world in a positive, inspiring and practical way. Everyone can play their part and now is the time to act. When people work side by side together, so much more can be achieved. So add your name and get involved!

 

Seals to be given better protection as Marine Bill passed by Scottish Parliament

Thursday, 04 February 2010 16:54

Seals in Scottish waters will have more legal protection under the Marine (Scotland) Bill which was today passed by the Scottish Parliament.

Following an intensive campaign by Advocates for Animals, the Bill, which replaces the outdated Conservation of Seals Act 1970, was today strengthened and passed.

 

20,000 emails to MSPs urging support for seal breeding season amendment

Wednesday, 03 February 2010 14:29

Tomorrow the Scottish Parliament will have a final debate on the Marine (Scotland) Bill. Over 20,000 emails have been sent to MSPs asking them to support Robin Harper MSP’s amendment to ban the shooting of seals. Celebrity naturalist Terry Nutkins has also written to all MSPs in a final attempt to urge them to ban the shooting of seals during their breeding seasons.

 

Draft guidelines for private primate care welcomed

Tuesday, 26 January 2010 13:03

Last week the Scottish Government released for consultation its “Draft Code of Practice on the Welfare of Privately Kept Non-Human Primates”.  This is a welcome step.  The number of privately kept primates in Scotland is estimated to be around 200, but the welfare of each of these primates – such as marmosets or macaques – is vitally important.

 

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