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Dogs (Protection of Livestock)
20 July 2021
Lead MP
Virginia Crosbie
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Virginia Crosbie raised concerns about dogs (protection of livestock) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Proposes a Bill to amend the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953, addressing issues such as increased dog attacks on livestock during lockdowns, the outdated nature of current legislation, and the need for stricter enforcement. She highlights the emotional and financial toll these attacks take on farmers, emphasising the need for clearer regulations to educate dog owners.
Virginia Crosbie
Con
Bodedern
Moves a Bill to amend the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953. She details an incident where sheep farmer Tecwyn Jones lost seven pregnant ewes and three rams in a brutal attack, highlighting the emotional impact on farmers and the financial costs involved. She also notes that around 15,000 sheep are killed by dogs each year and outlines the need for stricter regulations to prevent livestock worrying.
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