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The heinous act of Hare Coursing is a cruel and barbaric activity that involves the illegal use of dogs to chase, catch and kill hares. Unfortunately, Hare Coursing is a significant issue in Sedgefield, and I have spoken to Farmers from across the constituency to hear their concerns.
Last week, on behalf of Sedgefieldโs farmers, I thanked the member for North East Bedfordshire for his continuous campaign to strengthen the law surrounding Hare Coursing. I know the Government is committed to enhancing Britainโs world-leading animal welfare laws, and a much-needed crackdown on Coursing will no doubt help secure the welfare of wild animals further.
#Durham Constabulary has recently announced additional patrols around farms to tackle the recent spate of incidents involving the targeted attacks on local farmland. Therefore, I welcome the new powers proposed in the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. Not only will new powers safeguard animal welfare, they will also combat a wide range of criminal activities associated with Coursing, including theft, criminal damage, violence and intimidation.
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