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31 May 2017updated 09 Sep 2021 4:59pm

Fox hunting is deeply unpopular – so why does Theresa May care so much about bringing it back?

Eight out of ten people support the ban, writes shadow environment, food and rural affairs secretary Sue Hayman. 

By Sue Hayman

Labour’s 2017 manifesto is a future-facing, optimistic and transformative plan for Britain and our commitments on animal welfare represent this in every way.

Our vision is clear: for the UK to lead the world with high animal welfare standards in the wild, in farming and for domestic animals. Labour’s polices do more than attempt to defend the status quo, they actively drive progress in this area.

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