The Amnesty Process
The amnesty process was designed to encourage owners to surrender their exotic animals and relocate them to accredited sanctuaries.
The Amnesty and Its Purpose
The amnesty was announced by the government in response to a request by 25 NGOs, which highlighted the plight of exotic animals kept in private homes. The NGOs argued that these animals were being kept in inhumane conditions, often without proper care or attention. The government’s decision to grant an amnesty was seen as a step towards addressing these concerns and ensuring the welfare of these animals.
Challenges Ahead
Despite the benefits of the amnesty, there are still challenges ahead. Many exotic animals are still being kept in private homes, and some owners are refusing to surrender their animals.
The Impact of Alicia Bugeja Said’s Fund
Alicia Bugeja Said’s €85,000 fund has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of animals and people affected by animal cruelty. • The fund will be used to support voluntary organisations that work tirelessly to protect animals from abuse and neglect. • It will also be used to finance the operational needs of these organisations, ensuring they can continue their vital work without financial strain.
7 out of 15 organisations were selected for the funding, which means 8 out of 15 organisations were not selected. 8 organisations were not selected, which is 53.33% of the organisations not selected. 7 organisations were selected, which is 46.67% of the organisations selected. Therefore, the ratio of organisations not selected to organisations selected is 0.7359 or 1:1.37.
