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Chickens struggling to breathe whilst in a controlled atomsphere stunning machine

Chicken gassing in the UK: the ‘humane’ slaughter method hidden in plain sight

Most people have no idea how chickens are ‘humanely’ stunned and killed. Recent UK government data shows CO2 gas is overwhelmingly the industry standard

A turkey stands in a cramped farm

Have you ever wondered about the life your Christmas turkey had?

This Christmas, it’s not just what’s on the plate that matters – it’s the untold story behind your turkey and the traditions we rarely stop to question.

A monkey sits chained looking sad. The monkey is used for forced labour in a coconut farm.

Forced monkey labour on coconut farms: what you need to know and how to shop ethically

Monkeys are routinely used to harvest coconuts on Thai farms under conditions animal welfare groups describe as cruel. Here's how to identify ethical…

A chicken is housed indoors. There is a small gap leading to an outdoor space, but the chickens do not go there.

What does 'free range' really mean? The facts behind the label

Free range labels don't guarantee outdoor access. The legal definitions are weaker than most consumers expect — here's exactly what the standards require.

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