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An MP is calling for a ban on the import and sale of fur in the UK, reigniting a long-standing debate over animal welfare, fashion, and sustainability. While fur farming has been banned in Wales and England since 2000, many types of fur are still legally imported and sold. Ruth Jones, Labour MP for Newport West and Islwyn, has introduced a Private Members’ Bill to Parliament that would prohibit the import and sale of new fur products. The British Fur Trade Association (BFTA) has criticized the move, calling it “unenforceable and unworkable” and stating that it may breach trade agreements with the EU and the US.
Jones argues that if fur farming was banned due to its cruelty and inhumane practices, then importing fur does not make sense. She highlights the poor conditions in which caged animals are kept solely for their fur, emphasizing that faux fur could serve as a viable alternative. Sonul Badiani-Hamment, UK director for animal welfare organization Four Paws, presented a petition with one-and-a-half million signatures supporting a fur-free Britain, echoing the sentiments of others who believe there is no justification for the cruelty inflicted on animals in the fur industry. Sweden has recently committed to phasing out the fur trade entirely, signaling a shift towards more ethical practices.
While some in the fashion industry have noticed a trend away from fur, there is still a demand for vintage fur products. Mel Kaplan, who works at Vintage Fur Garden in London, acknowledges the resurgence of interest in vintage fur and suggests that younger people are turning to vintage clothing in general as an alternative to fast fashion. The new bill proposed calls for a ban on all new fur imports and sales in the UK, but would not apply to vintage items. The British government is currently working on building an evidence base to inform future action on animal welfare, with an updated strategy expected to be published later this year
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