"Trail-hunting is set to be banned, the government has announced to the delight of campaigners who say it is being used as a smokescreen to facilitate illegal hunting with dogs."
"The League Against Cruel Sports released figures, coinciding with the announcement, suggesting the 2005 ban on fox-hunting is still routinely flouted across England and Wales."
"The campaign organisation says it recorded 488 reports of foxes being chased and 1,220 reports of anti-social behaviour and havoc inflicted on rural communities by fox hunts this season."
"The havoc included reports of trespass in private gardens, attacks on family pets, other wildlife such as deer being chased, hounds running amok on busy roads and causing road traffic accidents."
The Independent covers significant issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the need for on-the-ground reporting. Donations support journalists who present balanced perspectives. The government announced a ban on trail-hunting, welcomed by campaigners who argue it masks illegal hunting practices. The League Against Cruel Sports reported numerous violations of the 2005 fox-hunting ban, including incidents of anti-social behavior and disruptions in rural areas. The ongoing issues highlight the challenges in enforcing hunting regulations and the impact on communities.
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