By Niamh McConnell In recent years, greyhound racing has come under increased scrutiny due to concerns surrounding thewelfare of the racing dogs. Although rules and regulations are currently in place to protect greyhounds,campaigners in the UK have called for the abolition of the practice...
By Jenny Bennett In a speech broadcast on Iranian public television (IRIB) on the 29th of March 2026, Iranian forces Lieutenant-Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaqari warned, “… (enemy) commanders and soldiers will be food for the sharks of the Persian Gulf”1. I fear for the future of those sharks there;...
By Niamh McConnell Currently, anyone in England and Wales can establish an animal rescue and rehoming centre. Although voluntary standards exist, being voluntary, they cannot be enforced. Consequently, some providers ignore these standards while other...
by Niamh McConnell Bees play a vital role in pollination, sustaining the world’s food supply. It has been said that if bees were to disappear off the surface of the globe, humanity would only have four years of life left.1 They are particularly crucial in the ecosystem of the vast...
We are delighted to announce Melanie Challenger and Kim Stallwood as keynote speakers for the 6th UK Animal Law Conference, in addition to Kathy Hessler, as previously announced. The conference theme is The Future of Animal Law and takes place on 3-4 June at the University of Birmingham, UK. It...
On 24th November 2025, A-LAW was delighted to host a panel discussion on the current status of animal law for our friends and members. We took this opportunity to step back from the day to day work to consider how the movement has evolved towards better law and enforcement for animals. A-LAW was...
The Interpretation of Article 17(2) of the Montreal Convention in Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España (C-218/24) Companion animals are in many instances at the heart of family life and are widely recognised as sentient and irreplaceable members of households. This reality forms the backdrop...
Join us in extending congratulations to our winners of the 2025 Annual Student Essay Competition. In first place, Luke McLaughlin, second place, Julia Kadas, and in third place, Tilly Green. Luke is a second-year Solicitor Apprentice pursuing an LLB at The University of Law. He also...
By Marianthi Baklava Following He Whakaputanga Moana (the landmark Declaration for the Ocean signed by Polynesian Indigenous leaders in March 2024), momentum continues to build for recognising whales as legal persons. The initiative forms part of wider conservation efforts in the South Pacific led...
By Divya Selvaraj The Zoo Licensing Act (1981) defines zookeeping as the keeping of an animal “when it is elsewhere in the personal possession of the operator of the zoo, or of competent persons acting on his behalf”.1 Read together with the Zoo Licensing Act 1981: Guide to the Act’s...
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