MP rebellion builds ahead of vote to restrict protest rights

MP rebellion builds ahead of vote to restrict protest rights

Protect the Wild has revealed that significant opposition is forming in Parliament ahead of a crucial vote on Wednesday 14 January on the government’s proposal to reclassify life sciences infrastructure, including animal testing facilities, as “key national infrastructure”. Around 50 MPs have now confirmed to Protect the Wild that they intend to vote against the proposal. Those planning to oppose the change include MPs from across the political …