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16th June 1824: Reformers meet in London to establish what becomes the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

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The meeting in Old Slaughter’s Coffee House formalised the organisation’s structure and objectives. Early activities included bringing prosecutions against individuals accused of mistreating animals, distributing pamphlets, and encouraging more humane standards in markets, transport, and ...