Stop Circus Suffering - Stop Circus Suffering

The global campaign to end the suffering of animals in circuses

Stop Circus Suffering is a major campaign by Animal Defenders International to end the suffering of animals in circuses. Built on the hard-hitting evidence of our undercover investigations, ADI runs awareness campaigns; lobbies governments and municipalities; and works with partner groups. The campaign has seen many successes including the closure of circuses, rescue of animals, and local and national bans - to date, over 35 countries have taken measures to prohibit animal circuses!

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Update on New Jersey bill to ban wild animals in circuses

New Jersey has made history, becoming the first US state to pass a ban on wild animal circus acts.

Support for wild animal circus ban as strong as ever, new poll reveals

Animal Defenders International (ADI) has urged the UK, Welsh and Northern Ireland governments to step up and stop circus suffering without further delay.

Thomas Chipperfield and his big cat circus act

Big cat circus trainer Thomas Chipperfield has been refused a licence to perform in England by Defra. Revealed in April 2018, the decision was upheld by North Staffordshire Magistrates Court following an appeal.