Chickens deserve better

Judges at the Court of Appeal hear why breeding Frankenchickens is illegal.

Next week we’re back in court against the Government in an appeal that could revolutionise British farming.

We know that many animals create strong bonds with each other, and with humans. But do chickens?

What progress has the European Chicken Commitment meant for chickens?

Today, we’ve launched a new campaign calling on Lidl’s partners to speak out against animal cruelty. Here’s why.

Tesco follows Co-op, Morrisons, and Lidl in announcing more space for chickens...but is it enough?

A history of our fight for chickens raised for meat.

Animal advocates took to the stage at Co-op’s AGM, demanding Co-op do better for chickens.

Campaigner and Co-op member, Jodi, responds to Co-op's refusal to stop selling Frankenchickens

Chickens are a classic image of Easter, but are suffering on an industrial scale

In a win for animals, Lidl GB has announced it will give chickens more space.

The new Chair of Co-op received a giant open letter, signed by Co-op member Chris Packham and over 2000 members.

Morrisons has announced it will give its chickens more room, but will remain using cruelly-bred Frankenchickens.

Higher welfare doesn’t just benefit animals, but humans and the world we live in too.

Campaigners said Co-op is copping-out of providing decent animal welfare standards to millions of birds.

The Court of Appeal has granted our appeal against the Government over the use of Frankenchickens.

Four top UK animal charities have sent a joint letter to supermarket Farmfoods, blasting them for reneging on their commitment to end cages by 2025 and urging them to reconsider as the Government pursues a national ban on cages.

This weekend, we’ve been protesting at KFC drive-thrus across the country, demanding that the fast-food giant keep its promise to improve the lives of millions of chickens.

Motion to improve chicken welfare gains momentum ahead of Co-op’s AGM.

We explore the detail behind the decision.

Protests kick off outside KFC's flagship store after the fast-food giant reneged on its promise to stop selling Frankenchickens.

The judgment is in on one of the most important legal cases for animals in history.

Lidl Germany has committed to ending the use of cruelly-bred Frankenchickens.

Around 300 million chickens raised to Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) standards will experience one third the severe pain of conventional birds.

The largest coffee chain in the world pledges to improve the welfare of chickens.

A salmonella outbreak led to supermarkets clearing their shelves, but chicken farming is dangerous in many other ways.

One year ago today Burger King made a historic move by signing up to the Better Chicken Commitment.

Judicial review refused permission to proceed… but we’re not giving up.

By announcing financial support for farmers to implement the Better Chicken Commitment, Defra has demonstrated the direction that the Government wants to see animal welfare go in.

Morrisons sells itself as a sunny and wholesome brand - this video exposes the truth.

Doug Maw fought against his employer’s callous use of fast-growing chickens. Now he has been fired; but not silenced.

Why ‘ranges’ don’t go far enough for animals. If you want to support our campaigns sign up to our newsletter.

The Government is failing millions of chickens like Molly. Now we’re fighting back.

World’s largest sandwich chain signs up to the European Chicken Commitment.

Morrisons and Co-op are falling behind when it comes to animal welfare.

As customers demand more accountability from retailers, one is showing the others how it’s done.

Jenny Packwood, Head of Brand Engagement at KFC UK & Ireland, explains why signing up to the Better Chicken Commitment was a crucial step.

Investors have power to affect a huge amount of positive change in the world. But there is one move that really can transform the lives of over a billion animals.

In a historic win, Burger King UK has committed to improving the welfare of chickens in its supply chain.

Co-op members vote for the supermarket to adopt the Better Chicken Commitment…but the Board refuse to budge.

Factory farming conditions may be putting customer health at risk due to breeding ground for bacteria.

The latest in our Legal Challenge as we face the Government in the High Court.

The RSPCA brings scientific heft to our court case challenging Frankenchickens.

Undercover investigation reveals suffering of fast-growing ‘Frankenchickens’ at Lidl supplier

Our challenge against the government over the legality of fast-growing Frankenchickens has been granted a full hearing in the High Court.

M&S has become the first national supermarket in the UK to meet the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) for their fresh chicken.

After millions of birds died in the last heatwave, animal charities have joined forces to demand better.

Shocking new investigation reveals the horrifying reality for chickens on factory farms.

How many Matt Hoods does it take to advocate for better animal welfare standards…?

New investigation reveals the true plight of chickens on Co-op’s farms

Lidl seem to be having trouble telling the truth…so we’ve given them a helping hand.

Lidl’s claims are being challenged as we complain to the Advertising Standards Agency.

Lidl is exposed as a new UK undercover investigation is made public. Will you add your voice and fight for animals alongside us?

The fight for justice for chickens isn’t over. We’re appealing the Court’s decision, for the sake of each of the millions of chickens on factory farms right now.

High Court rules that Defra hasn’t behaved unlawfully in our legal challenge on behalf of chickens.

Foodservice companies catering for the Queen, the Natural History Museum, and Royal Bank of Scotland suspected of sourcing intensively-reared chicken.

Behind the facade of ‘Happy Meals’ and smiling clowns, people deserve to know the truth behind the food they’re sold.

We have been working hard with, and campaigning against, companies in the restaurant sector to persuade them to commit to the BCC.

We’re exposing the companies refusing to commit to better chicken welfare

Owners of Heinz and Birds Eye commit to the European Chicken Commitment

KFC becomes first in its sector to commit to the European Chicken Commitment.

For too long, McDonald's has been selling its "good guy" image. But, it's a charade.

This positive step will drastically improve the lives of chickens in wagamama’s supply chain

We took to the streets to show McDonald's customers what really happens to the chickens that make McNuggets... Here's what they thought.

A great step forward has been taken today for the chickens suffering in McDonald's supply chain.

Keith Kenny is McDonald's Vice President, Sustainability. He has been working for McDonald's for nearly 30 years.

Looking back on a successful week driving progress for broiler chickens.

Vets join the call to supermarkets to end the abuse of chickens raised for food.

Campaign to change the world for chickens sees major boost as a major meat company signs the Better Chicken Commitment.

After weeks of tense negotiations with The Humane League and its coalition partners, supermarket giant Aldi has committed to the European Chicken Commitment in Germany and Spain.

Why welfare improvements are so important to animal protection. A new investigation into eight chicken farms has shown extreme levels of suffering.

Nando’s signs up to the Better Chicken Commitment why don't others such as Subway and McDonald’s to follow suit.

What progress has been made for chickens in the past year and what was promised?

What does better chicken welfare look like and why do we need the Better Chicken Commitment.

Despite its family friendly advertising, McDonald’s has repeatedly ignored messages from children about its treatment of chickens.