Gemma Collins and Jedward were among the Camp Beagle demonstrators outside Parliament today (Monday) ahead of the Westminster debate about animal testing.  

The former TOWIE star chanted “Shut Down MBR” in front of demonstrators holding placards, as the crowd gathered outside parliament.

It will be discussing a petition calling for the end of animal use for toxicity tests and prioritise non-animal methods instead.  

The Hunts Post: Pop stars Jedward were also among the demonstrators. Pop stars Jedward were also among the demonstrators. (Image: Kath Sansom)As well as celebrities, the demonstrators also included large animal rights campaigns, scientists and legal experts.  

Carson, 12, from Ely, travelled to Westminster with his dad to show his solidarity with the crowd’s message.  

The atmosphere at the demonstration was described as peaceful and at times emotional.  

The Hunts Post: Carson, from Ely, stood in solidarity with the crowd.Carson, from Ely, stood in solidarity with the crowd. (Image: Kath Sansom)

Camp Beagle claims it is the longest running UK animal rights protest camp in history.  

It was launched in 2021 after footage showing large crates of puppies being wheeled across the MBR Acres site in Wyton was released to the press.  

Spokesperson John Curtin has previously said: "Camp Beagle will be here until MBR Acres is gone." 

MBR Acres has always denied any mistreatment of animals and says it operates under government and UK guidelines.

 

The Hunts Post: Camp Beagle protesters outside the Houses of Parliament in Westminster.Camp Beagle protesters outside the Houses of Parliament in Westminster. (Image: Kath Sansom)

The Hunts Post: Camp Beagle claims to be the longest running UK animal rights protest camp.Camp Beagle claims to be the longest running UK animal rights protest camp. (Image: Kath Sansom)The Hunts Post: Dominic Dyer, the wildlife protection campaigner, also joined the crowd.Dominic Dyer, the wildlife protection campaigner, also joined the crowd. (Image: Kath Sansom)The Hunts Post: John Curtin, the Camp Beagle spokesman, giving a media interview at the rally.John Curtin, the Camp Beagle spokesman, giving a media interview at the rally. (Image: Kath Sansom)