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Originally Posted by Pierre
I have given my reasons many, many times in this thread.
The ban on hunting with dogs was not equitable as other forms of hunting with animals is is still alllowed.
The ban was not brought in for the welfare of the fox but instead to put an end to a countryside pursuit enjoyed by, in the opinion of the government of the time, wealthy upper class countryside toffs (most likely to be tory voters).
Thers's no point going round in circles.
My opinion is that the ban should be overturned, I doubt it will be.
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The ban should never be overturned as hunting of animals for sport in this way has no place in a modern society, would you like bear baiting to be brought back as well.