Verify Humanity's founder, Kate Fox, was one of tens of thousands of people who joined more than 350 environmental groups marching through London to urge current and future political parties to 'restore nature now.'

"The Restore Nature Now march on Sunday 22nd June 2024, while ignored by the BBC, saw a serious breakthrough that could be problematic for politicians who side-step the decline of Nature in their manifestos. It was a major collaboration of nature-based groups that are not normally seen together. Mainstream conservation organisations such as WWF and the Wildlife Trusts were shoulder to shoulder with direct action organisations such as the Hunt Saboteurs and Viva. And there is strength in such unity.

While great enjoyment was had by all, the passion of the participants and their varied but united causes had one underlying concern. That nature is at a tipping point and is in desperate need of repair. Whether it be foxes from trail hunting, badgers from the cull or sharks from shark finning. A common theme of over-exploitation and general disregard for the well-being of the animals that we share this planet with.

It was an honour to be a part of the day and meet so many individuals and organisations who share a passion and love of animals."

Kate Fox - Founder of Verify Humanity

'Restore Nature Now' bicycle. Photo by Kate Fox

About the march

The UK is already classified as one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. Policies to restore and protect our natural spaces, and the wildlife who call them home, need to be a priority of ALL political parties.

Organised by nature, wildlife, environment and climate organisations and individuals, the family-friendly march was a celebration of British nature and a call for immediate political action on our nature emergency.

The aims of the march:

'A pay rise for nature'; to double the nature and climate-friendly farming budget.

'Make polluters pay'; new rules to make big businesses contribute to nature and climate recovery.

'More space for nature'; expand and improve the protected land and water spaces to meet UK commitments.

'A right to a healthy environment'; an Environmental Rights Bill to improve public health and access to nature.

You can read more about the aims on the 'restore nature now' website.

a group of women in their 50s are walking with placards protesting against pollution and climate change. — Demonstrators at the 'Restore Nature Now' march held placards for nature & climate issues. Photo by Kate Fox

What Happened at the March

On the day, tens of thousands of compassionate people gathered to save Britain's nature. There were even some famous faces among them! Actor Emma Thompson and environmentalist Chris Packham showed their support by leading the rally.

Chris Packham is stood in the back of a lorry wearing a 'I want to save the planet' t-shirt. He is surrounded by men in high-vis jackets, and they are preparing to enter the march. — Chris Packham at Restore Nature Now March Photo by Kate Fox

Demonstrators wore animal costumes to highlight wildlife issues...

These demonstrators chose to show support for foxes, one of Britains's most persecuted species. Photo by Kate Fox

A man at the restore nature now march is dressed in a full badger costume — Anti culling demonstrator in support of badgers. Photo by Kate Fox

A man is in a costume which makes it look as though he is inside a tiny cage being carried by a gorilla. He is making a sad expression on purpose. — A man in a cage at the Restore Nature March. Photo by Kate Fox

There were many inspiring and creative placards, flags and artwork. It was wonderful to see the passion so many of us have for our nature & wildlife...