PEOPLE in Barnsley are being invited to have their say on the future of animal welfare in South Yorkshire – as part of the RSPCA’s ‘Big Conversation’.
The charity wants this to be the ‘biggest ever conversation about animals’ – with people invited to join a dedicated online platform on topics such as how society uses animals; including the future role of technology; farmed animals and food systems; and animals in the wild.
Gemma Hope, the RSPCA’s assistant director of policy, advocacy and evidence, said: “The future for animals in Yorkshire is in the hands of people across the county.
“But animals currently face some huge challenges and the decisions we take now will influence the lives animals enjoy in the future and whether they will live better lives or suffer worse welfare.
“That’s why we are launching Animal Futures: The Big Conversation, which we hope will be the biggest ever conversation about animals – and is a real unique opportunity for people to be heard.
“This is everyone’s chance to have a say on the world they want to see for animals and humans, and explore how we can create it together.”
The Big Conversation will initially run until February 28.
After an initial online conversation, the RSPCA will launch a second phase where people will get a further opportunity to have their say – between March 17 and April 6.
