Our press releases
Our press releases provide quick access to key information on the latest RSPCA campaigns and animal welfare news and issues.
You can find our press releases from the past six months here, with the latest listed first.
If you have any further questions please contact our press office.
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RSPCA rescues badger stuck down hole after illegal interference
Sunday, 30 December 2012
An RSPCA inspector this afternoon rescued a badger stuck down a hole that had been covered up illegally.
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RSPCA in bid to take on legal fight for live export animals
Sunday, 23 December 2012
The RSPCA has lodged a claim in the High Court to seek judicial review of the arrangements operated by Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (“AVHLA”) for the approval and supervision of live animal exports through the port of Ramsgate.
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First 12 days of Christmas brought no joy to the nation's animals
Thursday, 20 December 2012
There have been no gifts from a true love for hundreds of animals in England and Wales so far this Christmas, the RSPCA revealed today (Wednesday).
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RSPCA celebrates success of Hunting Act with landmark case
Monday, 17 December 2012
The RSPCA celebrated the success of its first ever prosecution of a traditional hunt when the Heythrop Hunt today pleaded guilty to four charges of intentionally hunting a fox with dogs on several occasions* (17 December) - an activity illegal under the Act.
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MPs call for full review of live exports parliamentary debate
Friday, 14 December 2012
MPs yesterday afternoon asked for a full review of live exports following a debate in the House of Commons called by Thanet MP Laura Sandys.
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All eyes on young talent - RSPCA competition winners revealed
Friday, 14 December 2012
A photograph which zooms in on four spider eyes and shows every minute detail has won first prize in a competition for young people.
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RSPCA centres inundated with prickly patients
Thursday, 13 December 2012
RSPCA wildlife centres have been inundated with vast numbers of hedgehogs – many of whom are so sick and small they need help to survive the winter.
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European Parliament adopts live exports standards report
Wednesday, 12 December 2012
The RSPCA today welcomed news that the European Parliament has adopted a report to improve standards for live exports.
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RSPCA to take on legal fight for live export animals
Tuesday, 11 December 2012
The RSPCA has vowed to fight on for the animals after a High Court judge has indicated he will consider a fresh judicial review application from the RSPCA in the New Year, concerning the transport of live animals from the port Ramsgate.
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Give your wildlife a helping hand this winter and save lives
Tuesday, 4 December 2012
Winter can be challenging for birds, hedgehogs, squirrels and other wildlife so with the first frosts emerging this week, the RSPCA is issuing tips on how to help.
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Friday, 30 November 2012
Although the rain has died down in many parts of the country, the RSPCA was still hard at work yesterday rescuing animals from flood waters.
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The end of the tale - last call for entries to wildlife story competition
Thursday, 29 November 2012
Budding young authors are being urged to pick up their pens to create their own wildlife-themed bedtime story as the deadline of a competition looms.
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Thursday, 29 November 2012
More than 80 puppies have been seized during a major RSPCA investigation into puppy trafficking and the alleged sale of sick dogs via internet ads.
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Stranded Chihuahuas and pregnant cows - but RSPCA to the rescue
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Chihuahuas, pregnant cows and horses are among the animals rescued by RSPCA emergency teams over the past week as torrential rain caused flooding across the country.
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RSPCA tweet-a-thon 3
Monday, 26 November 2012
RSPCA_Frontline is to hold its third and final tweet-a-thon on Wednesday 28 November to update its followers on real incidents dealt with by RSPCA inspectors in real time.
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RSPCA rescues animals from flood water
Friday, 23 November 2012
RSPCA officers have rescued a number of animals as torrential rain causes flooding across England and Wales.
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Young talent gets snappy with animals
Thursday, 15 November 2012
Gulls gawping cheekily into the lens, a cat waving through a fence and a close up of a bee’s face – just some of the visual treats on offer in this year’s RSPCA Young Photographer Awards.
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Animal welfare at crisis point, warns RSPCA chief
Thursday, 01 November 2012
Animal cruelty, neglect and suffering are reaching unprecedented levels in modern times according to the RSPCA, the UK’s largest animal welfare charity.
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Tuesday, 30 October 2012
The RSPCA is urging the Government to deliver on its promise to ban wild animals in travelling circuses in England after new legislation seems set to delay it.
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Friday, 26 October 2012
Young people are being encouraged to go wildlife spotting this half term to get inspiration for a new children’s short story competition - Wild About Britain - run by the RSPCA.
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Fear-free fashion is the future
Thursday, 25 October 2012
Global fashion giant ASOS has scooped one of the most prestigious animal welfare accolades - the RSPCA’s Good Business Award for Innovation; proving that no matter how large an organisation, animal welfare can be at the heart of successful business.
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Thursday, 25 October 2012
A brand new higher welfare pork luncheon meat has been awarded one of the country’s most prestigious animal accolades at the RSPCA’s Good Business Awards ceremony last night (October 24).
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RSPCA demands government action after vote to scrap badger cull plans
Thursday, 25 October 2012
The RSPCA is delighted that a resounding majority of MPs of all parties today (Thursday) voted to scrap plans for a badger cull. We now demand that the Government listens and acts on this loud and clear message from MPs, which reflects the strength of public feeling and scientific opinion on this issue.
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Thursday, 25 October 2012
Despite the economic downturn affecting millions of household budgets, the market for ethical products and the public’s engagement with animal welfare issues has never been higher, says RSPCA chief executive Gavin Grant.
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RSPCA chief executive meets Defra as another shipment of sheep sails
Tuesday, 23 October 2012
Today, as yet another shipment of thousands of sheep left the port of Ramsgate bound for ritual slaughter on the Continent, RSPCA chief executive Gavin Grant meets leaders of the Government's animal inspection authority at Defra today.
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Tuesday, 23 October 2012
The RSPCA is delighted the Government has announced today (23 October) that plans for a badger cull in Somerset and Gloucestershire, which had been due to start any day, have been put on hold.
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Friday, 19 October 2012
Results of a new poll commissioned by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills reveal a further drop in public support for animal experiments and show that it’s more vital than ever to make replacing animal use a much higher priority, the RSPCA said today (Friday).
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Friday, 19 October 2012
RSPCA Chief Executive Gavin Grant spoke out against live transport as the first lorries bringing lambs to the port of Ramsgate, since the High Court forced it to reopen, arrived.
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Help this fireworks night go with a bang, not a whimper
Thursday, 18 October 2012
With bonfire night fast approaching the RSPCA is urging revellers to spare a thought for animals and for owners to plan ahead if they have a nervous pet.
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Tuesday, 16 October 2012
We are delighted the overwhelming message from the public has finally been heard and there will be a debate about the badger cull in parliament.
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Tuesday, 16 October 2012
Horse welfare charities are calling for government and public help in a landmark report that warns of an impending crisis in England and Wales which could leave the welfare of 6,000* horses at risk.
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Friday, 12 October 2012
The RSPCA has appointed John Grounds as its new director of marketing and campaigns.
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Wednesday, 10 October 2012
The continued persecution of dogs based on their physical appearance is unacceptable and the law needs to change, the RSPCA says.
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Thursday, 04 October 2012
Hedgehogs, badgers and foxes are the most ‘British’ of our wild mammals, according to a new survey aimed at getting budding writers in the mood for a new RSPCA short story competition.
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RSPCA's Freedom Food scheme launches new online ad campaign
Friday, 28 September 2012
Freedom Food - the RSPCA’s food labelling scheme - is carrying out a new burst of online advertising this autumn in a bid to increase awareness of what its label means and better educate consumers about the importance of farm animal welfare.
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