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Sept 2021
Andrew Jones MP bids to help Harrogate animal testing firm expand
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Andrew Jones is to meet the science minister to help a controversial Harrogate animal testing firm expand.
Labcorp Drug Development, which is on Otley Road and was previously called Covance, has been subject to regular demonstrations by animal activists.
A group held banners with slogans such as “puppy killers work here” during a demonstration last month.
Speaking in the House of Commons yesterday, Mr Jones said Labcorp was "one of the largest employers in my constituency".
The Conservative MP added the firm planned to expand and asked whether George Freeman, who was appointed science minister in this month's government reshuffle, would meet to discuss it. Mr Jones said:
Mr Freeman replied:
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- Andrew Jones calls for long-term support for 'severely impacted' Harrogate events sector
- Protesters clash with employees at Harrogate animal testing lab
The Stray Ferret contacted Labcorp but did not receive a response by time of publication.
It previously told us it “takes very seriously our ethical and regulatory responsibilities to treat research animals with the greatest care and respect".
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