The Economic Benefits of Veganism: A Conservative Perspective Monday, 15 April, 2024 In recent years, veganism has gained significant traction as a lifestyle choice, with more individuals opting for plant-based diets for health, environmental, and ethical reasons. While traditionally associated with liberal ideologies, the economic benefits of veganism are increasingly becoming apparent, even from a conservative standpoint. This article delves into how veganism can positively... Articles
Cat microchipping to be mandatory 4th December 2021 Following a government consultation in which 99% of responses indicated their support, all cat owners in the UK will be required to microchip their cats by the... Articles
Crabs, octopi and lobsters to be recognised as sentient 19th November 2021 The Government has today announced that crabs, octopuses and lobsters are to be recognised as sentient within the scope of the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill... Articles
Vegan Conservatives' Marisa Heath leads new Plant-based Food Alliance UK 3rd November 2021 In October this year Oatly, Upfield (the company behind brands like Violife and Flora), Alpro and The Vegan Society backed the setting up of a new Plant-based... Articles
Vegan Conservatives urge inclusion of meat reduction strategy at COP26 28th October 2021 With COP26 in Glasgow just around the corner, the Vegan Conservatives are proposing 4 initiatives to reduce the impact of food on the environment, improve... Articles
Death of Sir David Amess MP 15th October 2021 Vegan Conservatives are very saddened about the loss of Sir David Amess MP, who has long been a champion of animal welfare in Parliament and gave a voice to the... Articles
France to outlaw chick culling in 2022 19th July 2021 France has pledged to end the practice of macerating or gassing baby male chicks from next year, and will pressure the EU to do the same. Agriculture Minister... Articles
National Food Strategy - what you need to know 18th July 2021 The long-awaited independent report designed to steer farming and food in Britain towards a healthier, less environmentally-damaging future has been welcomed by... Articles
COP26 programme - nothing about food and farming 13th July 2021 The programme has been announced for the COP26 summit in Glasgow this November. While the topics to be debated include finance, energy, transport and science... Articles
Spanish Government: Eat less meat 8th July 2021 Spain’s consumer affairs minister, Alberto Garzón, has launched an appeal to Spaniards to reduce their meat consumption to benefit human health and the planet... Articles
Coronavirus testing available to all essential workers 24th April 2020 All essential workers in England and members of their households who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will now be able to get tested. National News
Our Future Fund for supporting innovative British businesses 21st April 2020 We’re supporting start-ups by delivering £250m of new government funding to innovative businesses across the United Kingdom. National News
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News