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Conservationists call for urgent phaseout of keeping great apes in zoos

Conservationists are calling for the phaseout of great apes in zoos where they experience chronic stress and other health impacts. Wildlife charity the Born Free Foundation is urging members of the public not to visit attractions that keep animals ...

31 Jul 2025 at 00:01

Police appeal after charity’s lion statue stolen from Bristol outdoor exhibition

Police are appealing for the public’s help in tracking down a bronze sculpture of a lion that was stolen from an exhibition in Bristol. Twenty-five life-size statues of the animals were installed on the Downs in Clifton in early July by wildlife ...

03 Aug 2022 at 11:51

Phase out keeping large animals in zoos, say survey respondents

A majority of people want zoos and wildlife parks to phase out keeping large animals in captive enclosures, according to the results of a new survey. Research commissioned by the Born Free Foundation found that three-quarters of respondents ...

16 Feb 2023 at 00:01

More than 2,700 dangerous wild animals privately owned, figures show

There are more than 2,700 privately owned animals from wild breeds considered dangerous across Great Britain, new figures show. Wildlife charity the Born Free Foundation said an overhaul of current legislation on the keeping of animals ...

22 Feb 2024 at 00:01

Animal welfare groups call for end to live reindeer displays at festive events

More than 30 animal protection groups and experts have written an open letter urging event organisers to avoid using live reindeer in festive displays amid concerns about their welfare. The letter highlights concerns around unsuitable ...

11 Nov 2025 at 14:10

Virginia McKenna: My damehood belongs to those fighting to end animal suffering

Virginia McKenna said her damehood “really belongs” to campaigners who are fighting to “end wild animal suffering and keep wildlife in the wild”. The 91-year-old actress, co-founder of the Born Free Foundation, has become a Dame ...

30 Dec 2022 at 22:46

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