In November, a 10-year-old boy named Jack Lis was tragically killed by a dangerous dog in Penyrheol. The dog, an American XL Bully called Beast, was bought on the internet only days before and had exhibited aggressive behaviour previously. One defendant received a three-year sentence while the other got four and a half years, both found guilty of keeping or allowing a dog dangerously out of control where death occurred. However, these sentences are deemed too lenient by Jack's mother, Emma, and the local community. The hon. MP raises concerns about the lack of power to refer such cases to the Court of Appeal for review under current legislation, calling for an addition to the scheme by the Secretary of State for Justice. He also emphasises the need for revised sentencing guidelines and a fundamental rethink of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, advocating for preventive measures instead of reactive approaches like breed-specific bans. Statistics highlight the frequency of dog attacks, stressing the inadequacy of existing legislation and the importance of comprehensive reform to protect public safety.