In the concluding part of the Sir David Amess UK Children’s Parliament on animal welfare, world-renowned naturalist and conservationist Ian Redmond OBE shares powerful stories from his decades of work with gorillas and elephants. Speaking to young MPs, he recounts the devastating impact of poaching, the smuggling of infant animals for the live trade, and the suffering caused by captivity and tourism exploitation. Redmond stresses the vital role animals play as keystone species, “gardeners of the forest” and warns of the ecological collapse that follows when they are removed. He discusses the difference between zoos and sanctuaries, the dangers of tourist selfies, and the urgent need to phase out animal testing through laws such as Herbie’s Law. With candour and compassion, Redmond shows how personal choices, legislation, and alternative livelihoods for communities can protect wildlife. This episode closes the series with an inspiring call to action: safeguarding both animals and ecosystems for generations to come.