Gemma Collins and Jedward at Camp Beagle's Westminster rally

The former TOWIE star chanted “Shut Down MBR” in front of demonstrators holding placards, as the crowd gathered outside parliament.

It will be discussing a petition calling for the end of animal use for toxicity tests and prioritise non-animal methods instead.  

Pop stars Jedward were also among the demonstrators. (Image: Kath Sansom)As well as celebrities, the demonstrators also included large animal rights campaigns, scientists and legal experts.  

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Carson, 12, from Ely, travelled to Westminster with his dad to show his solidarity with the crowd’s message.  

The atmosphere at the demonstration was described as peaceful and at times emotional.  

Carson, from Ely, stood in solidarity with the crowd. (Image: Kath Sansom)

Camp Beagle claims it is the longest running UK animal rights protest camp in history.  

Spokesperson John Curtin has previously said: "Camp Beagle will be here until MBR Acres is gone." 

MBR Acres has always denied any mistreatment of animals and says it operates under government and UK guidelines.

Camp Beagle protesters outside the Houses of Parliament in Westminster. (Image: Kath Sansom)

Camp Beagle claims to be the longest running UK animal rights protest camp. (Image: Kath Sansom)Dominic Dyer, the wildlife protection campaigner, also joined the crowd. (Image: Kath Sansom)John Curtin, the Camp Beagle spokesman, giving a media interview at the rally. (Image: Kath Sansom)