Wales to ban greyhound racing as track staff warn of job losses and 'devastating' impact

Workers at the country s last professional greyhound track say the Welsh Government s planned ban threatens livelihoods and question whether the decision is backed by sufficient welfare evidence. Greyhound racing in Wales is approaching what many involved in the sport believe will be its final run. On 17 March, the Senedd backed plans to introduce legislation banning greyhound racing on welfare grounds by 39 votes to 10. Ministers argue that current legislation cannot guarantee the safety of

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Wales to ban greyhound racing as track staff warn of job losses and 'devastating' impact

Workers at the country s last professional greyhound track say the Welsh Government s planned ban threatens livelihoods and question whether the decision is backed by sufficient welfare evidence. Greyhound racing in Wales is approaching what many involved in the sport believe will be its final run. On 17 March, the Senedd backed plans to introduce legislation banning greyhound racing on welfare grounds by 39 votes to 10. Ministers argue that current legislation cannot guarantee the safety of

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