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Labour Passes Controversial Amendment Limiting Protests at Animal Testing Sites

3/21/2026

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Public Order Act amendment designates animal testing facilities in England and Wales as key infrastructure.
Animal Aid filed a legal challenge to the amendment, effective February 12, arguing it restricts protests and lacks consultation.
The amendment grants police powers to penalize protesters at life science sites.
The Labour government passed it 301 to 110, drawing criticism over protest rights.

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Public Order Act amendment designates animal testing facilities in England and Wales as key infrastructure.
Animal Aid filed a legal challenge to the amendment, effective February 12, arguing it restricts protests and lacks consultation.
The amendment grants police powers to penalize protesters at life science sites.
The Labour government passed it 301 to 110, drawing criticism over protest rights.