CONGRATULATIONS to the UK's MEPs for standing up to the UK Government over the issue of testing cosmetics on animals.
Despite the "voluntary" ban on cosmetics testing in the UK, the Government opposed a proposal in Europe for a blanket ban on the sale of animal-tested cosmetics, regardless of where they are tested. Apparently, this Government fears a trade war with the USA and Japan more than it is prepared to stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves.
Thousands of animals suffer and die in these unreliable, unethical, and unnecessary tests, and our supporters will be delighted to hear that the Members of the European Parliament voted with their consciences, and put prevention of suffering before trade issues.
Jan Creamer, Director
National Anti-Vivisection Society
Goldhawk Road, London
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