Stephen Fry Campaigns Against Bearskin Caps Worn by the King’s Guards Outside Buckingham Palace

Renowned actor, broadcaster, comedian, and animal welfare activist, Stephen Fry, has added his voice to a campaign led by the Animal rights charity PETA. The campaign calls for an end to the use of bearskin for the iconic caps worn by the King’s Guard outside Buckingham Palace.

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Traditionally, the tall, column-shaped hats have been made from bearskin, sourced from what the government claims are ‘legal and licensed hunts.’ However, PETA argues that this justification falls short of addressing the ethical concerns surrounding the use of real bearskin.

In a campaign video narrated by Stephen Fry, PETA emphasizes that bears may not always be killed instantly during hunts, and some could succumb later to infected wounds or blood loss. Fry asserts, “Tradition has never been an excuse for cruelty,” highlighting the impact of using at least one bear to supply enough fur for a single ceremonial cap.

PETA advocates for the adoption of faux fur as an ethical alternative, though the Ministry of Defence contends that no suitable alternative has yet met the standards required for the ceremonial caps.

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