Animal rights Martin’s Act | 22 June 1822 June 22, 2014 Legal Helpdesk Lawyers ON 22 JUNE 1822, the Cruel and Improper Treatment of Cattle Act 1822, also known as Martin’s Act was enacted by the UK Parliament. It was one of the world’s first pieces of animal rights legislation. 1300 00 2088 Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Like this:Like Loading... Related