UK Government Faces Renewed Calls for Nationwide Ban on Caged Eggs Amid Record Low Production
The proportion of eggs produced by caged hens in the UK has reached a record low of 14% in the last quarter, a significant drop from around 50% a decade ago. This decline has prompted animal welfare advocates, including The Humane League UK, to call for a nationwide ban on caged eggs. The organization argues that cages cause significant distress to hens and that public sentiment strongly supports a ban, with 94% of UK consumers opposing the use of cages for laying hens. Despite some industry resistance, major supermarkets have already transitioned to cage-free eggs, and government grants are available to assist farmers in making the switch. 
