Mr Packham has been joined by the likes of Dale Vince, former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas and the Vegan Society calling on the Government to stop promoting red meat and dairy initiatives
People who drink semi-skimmed milk are 12% less likely to have depression according to new research
"To trivialize such a devastating issue with an insensitive joke demonstrates a shocking lack of empathy and respect, especially coming from someone in a position of influence and leadership"
The Union had voted to go 100% vegan in a motion brought forward in November, but they have now had to make a u-turn citing it needed to be 'considerate' of the food it provides at the University
A new £38 million UK-wide centre will research into alternatives to animal products
Dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton said it was an ‘observational study’ which made it ‘impossible’ to single out one dietary factor as a cause of type 2 diabetes
Deputy Leader of Calderdale Council Scott Patient had put forward the motion which has now seen the council transition to offering 100% plant-based and vegan diets
Labour councillor Scott Patient said the move was 'hugely symbolic' in helping the council to 'lead by example' in encouraging businesses to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2038
The Green Party had brought forward a motion which could have seen red meat and dairy banned from council settings
Meanwhile, new Lancet study says fake meat diet ups stroke risk by 15%