Petition · past parliament
Recognise crustaceans as animals in UK welfare legislation
Closed
70 signatures
What the petition asks
The UK has some of the best animal welfare laws in the world. However, the UK does not legally recognise crustaceans/decapods as animals.
Research demonstrates these animals feel pain. They should be included in the same legal protection for humane treatment as terrestrial farm animals.
Research demonstrates these animals feel pain. They should be included in the same legal protection for humane treatment as terrestrial farm animals.
Timeline
| 25 Jan 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 25 Jul 2018 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
70
Status
Closed
Opened
25 Jan 2018
Closed
25 Jul 2018
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.