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Poll Reveals 62% Support Ban on Trail Hunting

1/16/2026

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A poll shows 62% of over 2,000 respondents support banning trail hunting in England and Wales.
Campaigners say trail hunting is a cover for illegal fox hunting, and Labour Party pledges to outlaw it.
Move has drawn bipartisan opposition, and campaigners express frustration over the government's consultation.
Emma Slawinski of the League Against Cruel Sports urges immediate action.
Tim Bonner of the Countryside Alliance urges focusing on broader rural issues.

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Story summary

A poll shows 62% of over 2,000 respondents support banning trail hunting in England and Wales.
Campaigners say trail hunting is a cover for illegal fox hunting, and Labour Party pledges to outlaw it.
Move has drawn bipartisan opposition, and campaigners express frustration over the government's consultation.
Emma Slawinski of the League Against Cruel Sports urges immediate action.
Tim Bonner of the Countryside Alliance urges focusing on broader rural issues.