Animal rescue centre faces financial crisis amid cost surge.

Animal rescue centre faces financial crisis amid cost surge. Ark Wildlife Park near Boston reports monthly operating costs have reached £40,000, driven primarily by energy bills exceeding £5,000 alongside expenses for animal care, food, and site maintenance. Owner Jamie Mintram stated that revenue from ticket sales and visitors no longer covers expenses, forcing the facility to seek financial assistance. The park, which cares for 232 animals including exotic species, has experienced similar financial hardships previously, including a 2020 crowdfunding campaign during the pandemic. Upcoming government legislation restricting private ownership of primates is expected to increase the number of animals requiring rescue and care, potentially worsening the financial burden on already strained facilities like Ark Wildlife Park.