Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban the sale of caged birds.
Closed
171 signatures
What the petition asks
Please support a ban on the sale of caged birds. We think confining birds in small cages ignores their need for space, social interaction, and freedom to fly, harming their welfare. Let’s end this outdated practice and prioritize the humane treatment of animals.
Please support a ban on selling caged birds. We think keeping birds in small cages ignores their natural needs for space, social interaction, and freedom to fly, leading to stress and poor quality of life. We think this outdated practice treats intelligent, social creatures as commodities. We think we have a chance to set an example in ethical animal treatment by banning selling caged birds. Prioritise animal welfare and ensure birds can live freely in environments that meet their needs.
Timeline
| 2 Dec 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 Jun 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
171
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
2 Dec 2024
Closed
2 Jun 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 9 Aug 2026.