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Wales Bans Greyhound Racing Amid Animal Welfare Concerns

3/21/2026

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The Welsh Senedd voted 39-10 to ban greyhound racing, with the ban taking effect between April 2027 and April 2030.
The decision follows a similar move by the Scottish Parliament.
Two High Court judges upheld the ban's legality, saying the Senedd acted within its powers.
Animal welfare groups, including Dogs Trust, welcomed the ban; the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) plans to appeal.

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The Welsh Senedd voted 39-10 to ban greyhound racing, with the ban taking effect between April 2027 and April 2030.
The decision follows a similar move by the Scottish Parliament.
Two High Court judges upheld the ban's legality, saying the Senedd acted within its powers.
Animal welfare groups, including Dogs Trust, welcomed the ban; the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) plans to appeal.