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Our Movement
Raising money for animal causes: a guide
Want to make a difference to animals but don’t know where to start? Here’s our guide.
Chickens Deserve Better
Do chickens have friends – and do they like humans?
We know that many animals create strong bonds with each other, and with humans. But do chickens?
Factory farming
What laws protect farmed animals in the UK?
Current gaps in legislation leave animal welfare at risk on British farms.
Animal facts
How long do cows live naturally vs. on factory farms?
We answer the question of how long cows live, and the impact of farming on the lives of cows.
Learn more
What is bird flu and does it affect humans?
What is bird flu and can humans catch it? We look at the growing problem of bird flu.
Factory farming
Does laying eggs hurt chickens?
One of the arguments for consuming eggs is that laying eggs is a natural process so it doesn’t harm hens. But is this true?
Factory farming
How cows make milk, and why humans are exploiting them
We lay out the facts behind milk production.
Cage-free
How do eggs hatch on farms and in nature?
Eggs are a staple in many UK homes, but how much do you really know about where they come from?
Food and lifestyle
Is a vegan diet healthy and nutritious for you? Here’s What the Science Says
The health benefits of plant-based eating, explained.
Food and lifestyle
Is chicken better for health and the environment than other meats?
Many people assume that eating chicken is healthy. But is it actually so good for you?
Factory farming
What is white striping in chicken?
White striping is a disease that shows up in the muscles of chickens. And our report reveals that it’s more widespread than you'd think.
Animal facts
22 facts about turkeys that you might not know
These facts may just change the way you think about turkeys.
Food and lifestyle
What do labels on chicken products in the UK actually mean?
Most of us want to shop with animal welfare in mind, but labels are confusing and even misleading.
Food and lifestyle
Are chickens genetically modified?
Chickens raised for meat have ballooned in size in recent decades, but what's causing the change?
Factory farming
How deforestation affects us, animals and the environment.
Forests play a vital role in the world’s carbon cycle but human activity is destroying them at an alarming rate.
Food and lifestyle
Does chicken contain hormones in the UK?
Factory farming has forced modern chickens to balloon in size compared to their ancestors, but what is causing this fast growth?
Factory farming
Why are chickens given antibiotics?
We dig into why chickens need antibiotics, and the implications it has on human health.
Factory farming
Has chicken size changed over time?
As factory farming prioritises profit over welfare, the industry is forcing chickens to balloon in size. But what does this mean for the animals themselves?
Factory farming
How are chickens killed and do they feel pain when slaughtered?
Millions of birds are killed annually in the United Kingdom alone. We explore whether these animals are slaughtered humanely.
Food and lifestyle
What’s in a chicken nugget and how are they really made?
We reveal what goes in a nugget...it might just put you off.
Factory farming
How many chickens are killed in the UK each day?
Chickens are the most farmed land animal across the globe, raised and killed in unimaginable numbers. But just how many are killed in the UK each day?
Factory farming
How long does a chicken lay eggs for?
Ever wondered how long a hen lays eggs for? We explain, and expose the truth about what happens when egg production slows down.
Factory farming
What happens to male chicks in the egg industry?
We explore the controversial topic of why and how male chicks are culled by the egg industry.
Factory farming
How many chickens live in the UK and what are they used for?
The number of chickens living in the UK may just surprise you.
Our Movement
What is animal welfare?
We explore what animal welfare is and why it's important.
Factory farming
Egg farming in the UK: the truth you need to know
All the facts about egg farming in the UK.
Factory farming
How many eggs does a chicken lay in UK farming?
Have you ever wondered how many eggs a chicken lays and how farmers meet the increasing customer demand?
Factory farming
What is poultry farming and why is it bad for animals?
Poultry farming is mostly hidden from sight in the UK. So what does it involve, and what does it mean for animals?
Factory farming
What Battery Cages for Hens Mean for Welfare, Explained
We explain what battery cages are, and what they mean for the hens confined inside them.
Factory farming
What is live animal transport?
Live animal transport in the UK still exists - and that’s a problem.
Factory farming
What is Animal Agriculture & How It Affects Global Warming?
What animal agriculture is, and how it affects us all
Our Movement
What is Gift Aid and how does it help charities?
What is Gift Aid, are you eligible, and how do you take advantage of it?
Cage-free
Are caged hens legal in the UK? Will caged hens be banned?
UK chickens are still caged - and they need our help
Fish Welfare
Do fish feel pain? Unraveling the truth about their feelings
A fish feels pain - and here’s how scientists know
Food and lifestyle
Top reasons to go vegan, from the animals to your health
Why go vegan? Some of the many reasons, explained
Factory farming
Fish Farming Explained: concerns, alternatives, and impact
How fish farming harms fishes and the environment.
Factory farming
How Chickens Are Farmed in the UK, and Why They Deserve Better
Why eating chicken is bad for animals, the planet, and our health.
Our Movement
Is animal welfare the same as animal rights?
The difference between animal rights and animal welfare, explained
Factory farming
How does factory farming affect the environment
How factory farming harms the environment, animals, and humans
Our Movement
The Humane League UK named a Recommended Charity for 2023
For the tenth year in a row, Animal Charity Evaluators names The Humane League a Recommended Charity.
Factory farming
Are animals kept in cages in the UK?
Should animals be kept in cages? The disadvantages of animal captivity, explained.
Factory farming
The importance of fish to oceans and how we can help them
We investigate why fish are important for the health of our planet
Food and lifestyle
Why is it Bad to Eat Eggs: Health and Environmental Concerns
Why eating eggs is bad for health – and bad for chickens, too
Factory farming
Factory Farming: What It Is and Why It's a Problem
A huge proportion of food is produced in factory farms around the world, but they are often hidden away.