Queen guitarist Sir Brian May has stepped down as vice president of the RSPCA, citing concerns over the organization's animal welfare standards.
May's decision follows reports of poor conditions at farms certified under the RSPCA's 'Assured' food label, which is meant to guarantee high welfare standards. The RSPCA has acknowledged the issues and is conducting spot checks on over 200 farms to ensure compliance.
May, a long-time animal rights advocate, expressed disappointment and frustration with the situation, calling it a 'painful decision' to leave the role he has held since 2012.
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Brian May resigns from RSPCA over 'appalling' animal welfare standards
Sir Brian May has resigned ... and understand his decision" before adding: "We would like to thank him for everything he has done for the RSPCA, our staff, volunteers, supporters and, of course, the animals, during his time as vice president."
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Queen's Brian May quits RSPCA over its food welfare label
Queen guitarist Sir Brian May has quit as the RSPCA's vice-president over what he called “damning evidence” of animal welfare failings related to its food certification label. BBC News reported on Thursday that the association had to run spot checks on more than 200 'RSPCA Assured' farms to ensure they met its own standards.
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