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1 month agoFarmer backs change to policing rural dog attacks
Phil Latham, a farmer from Cheshire, expressed frustration at the inability to use DNA and video evidence after two dog attacks on his animals. He believes that a proposed bill will empower police to use such evidence effectively, aiming to enhance responsible dog ownership and provide justice for livestock suffering from attacks. Latham noted the profound emotional impact of dog attacks, emphasizing both financial and emotional distress. He recounted the severe injuries sustained by his calves during the incidents, underscoring the urgency for legal reform.
Agriculture