23: Are All Animals Equal Under Law?
In our latest podcast Marcia Hyde, along with Edie Bowles and Emma Slawinski, discuss the question 'are all animals equal under law?'
Despite growing recognition that animals are sentient, UK law still treats them differently depending on how they are used by humans - whether as pets, pests, farmed animals, or wildlife.
Key takeaways:
Animal protection laws are fragmented and inconsistent
Legal outcomes often depend on human use, not animal welfare
Outdated legislation and weak enforcement leave gaps in protection
The discussion highlights a growing campaign to strengthen the system by…
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