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Decision-making processes at EU-level can be difficult and time-consuming, but these decisions also represent a chance to make a real difference for billions of animals. Here you find the latest news on Project 1882's activities and progress in promoting animal welfare in the EU.
New EU initiative calls for stronger protection of stray dogs and cats
A new European Citizens’ Initiative aims to strengthen the protection of stray dogs and cats, as well as animals living in shelters. The initiative calls on the European Commission to introduce measures that improve animal welfare and reduce suffering for vulnerable animals, both within and outside the EU.
The fur industry’s links to Russia stresses the need for an EU import ban
Imports of goods from Russia have been partially halted by the EU following the invasion of Ukraine. However, an exemption was introduced over the summer – for Russian sable fur. At the same time, funds linked to Russia have been found within the fur industry’s EU lobby. Project 1882 believes this highlights the need for a clear ban on fur imports.
Project 1882 and 280 researchers, experts, and organizations call for a cage ban
An open international letter calls on the European Commission to propose a cage ban in 2026. Among those who have signed the letter are Project 1882 and animal welfare experts and researchers in Sweden.
New footage reveals breeding of monster foxes in Finland
Project 1882's new photos and videos from Finnish fur farms show that monster foxes are still being bred in the fur industry. The material is being released as the European Commission considers the future of fur farming in the EU.
This is what Project 1882 is doing in EU
- Putting pressure on politicians and authorities to change laws that affect animals in Sweden and at the EU level.
- Follows processes and exerts influence by, among other things, contacting Swedish members of the European Parliament, Swedish ministers and the Committee on EU Affairs.
- Informing the public about the situation.
Read more about what we do in EU and other global work.
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