Animal Aid statement on Royal Ascot: heat wave created unacceptable risk to horse’s lives
Royal Ascot ends the life of at least one horse, with multiple whip offences also seen at this year’s event.
Posted 20 Jun 2022

Posted on the 12th June 2015
There are animal-friendly MPs on all sides of the House but the reality is that the past five years have been dreadful for animals, and the next five could get much worse.
Since 2010, the Conservatives have:
The Conservatives have said they will end the exploitation of wild animals in circuses, but it was their own MPs – Andrew Rosindell, Philip Davies and Christopher Chope – who repeatedly blocked legislation.
And now, of course, the government is keen to repeal the Hunting Act to allow gangs of hunters to pursue hares, deer and foxes until the animals succumb to the jaws of the hounds.
Animal Aid campaigns for all animals, not just the ‘cute’ ones or those who are said to ‘belong here’. Animals are among the most vulnerable beings in our society and we are proud to speak up for them. If you would like to support us, you can:
Royal Ascot ends the life of at least one horse, with multiple whip offences also seen at this year’s event.
Posted 20 Jun 2022
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Posted 19 Jun 2022
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