Rev Night London: Is the UK Ready to Ban Frankenchickens? 🐔

​Every year, over 1 billion chickens are raised for meat in the UK, with around 95% bred to grow so fast that their bodies struggle to keep up. These so-called "Frankenchickens" suffer from serious welfare issues, including lameness, heart failure and chronic pain.

​But could change finally be on the horizon?

​Last week, Denmark announced plans to work towards a national ban on fast-growing chickens, potentially becoming the first country to outlaw these breeds. Meanwhile, in the UK, campaigners are stepping up the pressure, with a Mass Lobby Day taking place at Westminster on 10 November to urge MPs to take action.

​This Rev Night, we'll be discussing a recent article by Irene Campbell MP and exploring a bigger question: could the UK be next to ban Frankenchickens?

​Denmark is also taking its ambitions beyond its own borders, pushing for an EU-wide ban on fast-growing chickens, following the release of undercover footage that sparked public outrage over their welfare. (see this article in The Guardian)

​Some food for thought for our discussion:

• ​What would it take to turn growing public concern into meaningful legislative change?

• ​Should campaigners focus on securing a national ban, or pushing retailers and food companies to phase out these breeds voluntarily?

• ​And what can the animal advocacy movement learn from Denmark's progress?

​Come along to join our discussion! 🐔