Rapid reduction in animal tests ‘push too hard’, scientists warn

Groups gather more than a million signatures to ‘modernise science’ by phasing out animal research, forcing commission to respond

12 May

Eight people at Imperial College London were sanctioned by the Home Office for failings in animal welfare standards, it has emerged

2 October

DFG advisory group says opposition to animal use comes from ‘fundamental misjudgements’ and that falling usage figures ‘say nothing’ about welfare

6 August

Migration of talent ‘already under way’ as experts predict decision will still delay development of vaccines that could save lives

25 August

Timetable for phasing out testing on animals for antibody research and drug analysis is too demanding and may risk patient safety, argues expert