I took time out from my end of year exams to jump on a train and attend the League Against Cruel Sports Summer Reception held on the terrace at the Houses of Parliament last night. It was a fantastic event and addressed an issue that I have been actively campaigning on for the last 15 months or so for the retention of the Hunting Act 2004 which makes it illegal to hunt deer, hare and foxes with dogs. What a great event. What a fantastic venue.

I also met my friends from IFAW including the UK  Director Robbie Marsland and his wonderful team. I also met the head of communications at the RSPCA, David Bowles, and Mark Jones Director of Care for the Wild International.

Douglas Batchelor CEO, The League Against Cruel Sports and me, House of Commons, Westminster 18 May 2011.

Roger Gale MP, President of Conservative Animal Welfare (CAW) and a tireless  ambassador for animal welfare at home and abroad.

Don Porter CBE, Chairman of Conservative Way Forward and former Chairman of the Conservative National Convention.

Chris Williamson MP, who hosted the event and is a Trustee of The League Against Cruel Sports.