Ethical vegans follow a vegan diet, and oppose the use of animals for any purpose, such as animal testing, clothing, or entertainment.
At an employment tribunal on January 3rd, 2020, judge Robin Postle stated that he was "satisfied overwhelmingly" that ethical veganism meets the criteria of the Equality Act to qualify as a philosophical belief. In a short summary judgment, Postle declared that veganism "clearly in my view meets all the criteria; It is a philosophical belief, not just an opinion." "It is cogent, serious and important, and worthy of respect in democratic society," the Judge added.