Enclosures
UK Zoo Reforms Mandate Expanded Elephant Enclosures, Prohibit Aquarium Contact, and Eliminate Bird Tethering
UK Zoos Face Major Overhaul Under New Animal Welfare Laws (Approx. 600 words) The British government has introduced landmark reforms requiring zoos and aquariums to upgrade animal welfare standards significantly. Announced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the rules mandate larger elephant enclosures, ban interactive animal experiences, and enhance safety protocols. […]