Submitted on Sunday 19th November 2017
Rejected on Thursday 23rd November 2017
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Repeal the decision to exclude animal sentience in the EU Withdrawal Bill
A clause to transfer recognition of animal sentience into UK law after Brexit has been voted against by MPs.
Sentience is the ability to feel and perceive things, such as pain and fear. Denying the scientific consensus that animals are sentient has far reaching consequences for animal welfare.
Recognising animals as sentient beings is vital for implementing and maintaining high animal welfare standards.
Further information:
https://www.vettimes.co.uk/news/bid-to-transfer-recognition-of-animal-sentience-into-uk-law-defeated/
https://www.farminguk.com/News/MPs-vote-to-reject-inclusion-of-animal-sentience-in-Withdraw-_47923.html
https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.newscientist.com/article/mg21528836-200-animals-are-conscious-and-should-be-treated-as-such/amp/
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