Scottish Salmon: The Loch Long Saga Continues…
Our reaction to the BBC Countryfile segment on the Scottish salmon industry and the threat of new technologies to abuse many more millions of fish.
Fireworks Campaign Update
An update on our campaign to restrict fireworks to licensed public displays only and advocate for animal-friendly alternatives.
Breaking - a ban on snares in Scotland?!
Great news that the Scottish Government has launched a consultation on a ban on the use of snares in Scotland!
Councils must designate Firework Control Zones
Urge Scottish Local Councils to use their new powers to spare whole areas of animals from terrifying private fireworks displays.
The (In)Glorious Twelfth
The start of the last grouse shooting season before new licensing is introduced.
The Welfare of Dogs (Scotland) Bill
Our response to a new Bill promoting responsible dog ownership
AC in The Times - on seal-scaring technology
Our comments in The Times on the granting of a licence to use acoustic deterrent devices at known risk to whales, dolphins and porpoises.
Call on Amazon to stop selling snares
Sign our petition calling on Amazon to stop selling these barbaric torture devices.
A response on farmed octopus in the UK
A response from DEFRA to our letter on keeping farmed octopus away from the UK.
The Greyhound who did not want to race
The story of Sylvie, adopted greyhound of Animal Concern Membership Secretary, Elena.
Vivisection: a history in copper
Our history as the Scottish Anti-Vivisection Society, as told through old copper printing plates.
Unbound The Greyhound
The launch of a coalition campaign to phase out Greyhound racing in Scotland.
Cause for concern at Loch Long…
An alarming intervention by ministers in the decision over approving what would be the largest salmon farm in Scotland.
Our response to the Wildlife Management Bill
Read our submission to the Rural Affairs Committee’s call for views on the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill
Don’t blame animal rights activists for horses dying
Our letter published in The Scotsman ahead of the Scottish Grand National. Image from The Scotsman.
Reaction to new Scottish Government
We spoke to the Daily Record about our concerns for animal welfare in light of the recent cabinet reshuffle.
A well-written letter can change hearts and minds
Tips and advice on effective letter writing - an important campaigning tool.