Poll: Should the practice of boiling lobsters alive be banned in Ireland?

The UK government is considering a ban on boiling lobsters alive.

THE UK GOVERNMENT is considering a ban on boiling lobsters alive, Sky News is reporting.

If the government chooses to pursue the ban, it’s believed a clause would be introduced into the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill. The Bill is currently making its way through the House of Lords.

Currently, the bill only covers vertebrates – animals that have a backbone – and not invertebrates such as lobsters, crabs and squids.

Today we want to know… Should the practice of boiling lobsters alive be banned in Ireland?

Poll Results:

Yes (10194)

No (4199)

I'm not sure / No opinion (1510)

Yes
No
I'm not sure / No opinion

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Poll: Should the practice of boiling lobsters alive be banned in Ireland?

Poll Results:

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Leave a commentcancel