Protest Planned Outside Latvian Parliament to Support Ban on Caged Hens

Animal welfare advocates are set to hold a protest outside the Latvian Parliament, the Saeima, on Thursday, June 11. The demonstration, organized by the animal protection group 'Dzīvnieku brīvība' (Animal Freedom), aims to garner support for a ban on the use of cages for laying hens in Latvia.

The protest is scheduled to commence at 8 a.m. at Jēkaba iela 11, directly in front of the Saeima building. This timing is strategic, as it precedes the first reading of proposed amendments to the Animal Protection Law, bringing the issue to the forefront of legislative discussion.

'Dzīvnieku brīvība' has been actively campaigning for improved animal welfare standards in Latvia. The organization advocates for legislative changes that would align Latvia with European Union directives and broader ethical considerations regarding animal husbandry. The proposed ban on cage systems for laying hens is a key focus of their current efforts.

The planned picket is intended to raise public awareness and exert pressure on lawmakers ahead of the crucial vote on the amendments. By holding the protest at this specific time and location, the organizers hope to influence the parliamentary debate and ensure that the ban on caged hens is seriously considered and ultimately adopted into law.