People Before Profit abhors the widespread cruel treatment of animals in our society. This arises from the organisation of society for profit and the rift between humans and non-human nature caused by capitalism.
Animal rights activists, together with the socialist left in Ireland have led an increasingly successful fight for improved treatment of animals over recent years. Note the bans on wild animals in circuses and bans on fur farming.We are currently leading the way with a proposal to ban hare coursing.
Central to our belief is that animals are not raw materials for exploitation. They are sentient beings, who must be treated with respect and protected from mistreatment and abuse.
Our Animal Welfare Policy outlines six broad headings:
-Companion Animals
-Wildlife Management
-Agriculture
-Fishing and Marine Life
-Not For Our 'Entertainment'
-Veterinary
The eco-socialist society we are working for is one without exploitation, without cruelty and inequality for all. Access the full policy document below.