Welsh greyhound racing ban rehoming standoff sparks animal welfare fears
Industry says a phased end to racing, intended to avoid a sudden jump in caring responsibilities, is unworkable.
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Wales's ban on greyhound racing, a first for the UK, has run into difficulties over how and when to wind down the practice, a charity has warned, raising concerns about the animals' welfare.
The law, which received royal assent in April, includes a three-year window before the ban takes effect and is overseen by a Welsh government working group that includes representatives from the racing industry as well as animal health and welfare organisations.
According to reports, the racing industry argues that a phased end to racing, intended to avoid a sudden increase in the number of greyhounds needing rehoming or care at once, is unworkable.
The disagreement over the transition process has created a standoff between industry representatives and welfare advocates within the working group, with a charity warning that the impasse could put the animals' welfare at risk.
Details of alternative proposals being considered by the working group were not specified in available reports.
Sources
- Welsh racing ban rehoming standoff sparks fears for greyhounds’ welfare — The Guardian — World
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