Bristol East MP votes "cruelty free"
Labour MP Kerry McCarthy has pledged her support for Vote Cruelty Free, a new non-partisan coalition of animal protection organisations working to put animals on the political agenda.
The alliance has sent its manifesto to all candidates announced for the next General Election and asked them to show their support for the issues raised.
Kerry, who is committed to protecting and promoting animal welfare, said, “Much has been done to improve the welfare of animals in this country and beyond. However, there are still actions that can be taken internationally to put an end to the cruel practices of whaling, fur farming and seal hunting for example. That’s why I’m supporting this campaign.”
A Vote Cruelty Free spokesperson said, “Animal protection is an issue close to the UK public’s heart but this is often not reflected in current political debate. It is fantastic that Kerry McCarthy has shown she believes in animal protection issues as much as her constituents in Bristol East; we are calling on all candidates to follow her lead by pledging their support for Vote Cruelty Free.”
Vote Cruelty Free comprises the BUAV, Compassion in World Farming, International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), League Against Cruel Sports and Respect for Animals. It covers a broad range of animal welfare issues including wild and marine animals, animal experimentation, cruel sports, the fur trade and farming.
Vote Cruelty Free is urging all candidates to pledge their support for the initiative. Voters can track candidates who have signed up by visiting the website at www.votecrueltyfree.org.
