Member

I say to a number of my noble friends that they have made valid arguments today for the benefits of animals in science. I also refer all noble Lords to the Government’s document to phase out animals in science over time and to make sure we get economic growth from animals in science activity. I particularly praise my noble friend Lord Vallance’s efforts to try to get that balance right. Nobody in this House wants to use animals when we can use alternatives, and the Government’s strategy is to do just that. But I say to the House today: should we allow protesters to close down legally approved activities without this House agreeing to that change? That is the final point.