King Charles takes stand against foie gras

• King Charles III has prohibited the serving of foie gras at any royal residences.
• Forced feeding of ducks and geese causes their livers to enlarge.
• PETA will send the monarch a basket filled with vegan-chef-made fake “faux gras”.

King Charles III has prohibited the serving of foie gras at any royal residences, according to the UK animal rights organisation PETA.

“I can confirm that foie gras is not purchased by the Royal Household nor served in Royal Residences, and there are no plans for this policy to change,” the letter states.

Tony Johnstone-Burt, the Master of the King’s Household, signed it and dated it November 10.

Due to the forced feeding of ducks and geese to enlarge their livers, PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has long fought to have foie gras banned.

According to the report, while Charles was the prince of Wales, he had already removed the “despicable product” from royal residences.

“PETA has received confirmation that His Majesty´s compassionate policy extends to Buckingham Palace and all other royal residences,” it said.

The group announced that as a token of appreciation, it will send the king a basket filled with vegan-chef-made fake “faux gras.”

In the UK, foie gras pate, a delicacy that is frequently consumed around Christmas, can now be imported but not made there.

An import embargo had been intended by the government.

Additionally, PETA is urging the monarch to use faux fur for his coronation next year rather than stoat-derived ermine robes.

Additionally, it wants the characteristic bearskin hats the king’s guard wears to be replaced with synthetic fur.

The royal supporters are happy with King Charles’ most recent action.

Social media users expressed their happiness over the King’s decision to make this change in the royal family. (AFP)

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