Support MPs on hunt ban
Today marks the fourth anniversary of the date the Hunting Act came into force, outlawing the cruelty of hunting with hounds.
Sadly, although 75 per cent of the population support the ban, there are still people who think that killing for fun is acceptable and some who think it is fine to harass and intimidate hunt monitors.
These monitors often face verbal abuse, threatening behaviour, and sometimes even physical violence while attempting to monitor the hunts both peacefully and within the law.
Having watched shocking footage of the behaviour to which some of our monitors are routinely subjected, it is my view that hunting has long ceased to be a country pursuit and is increasingly becoming a front for thuggery and anti-social behaviour.
Despite all this, our monitors continue to work with police and the CPS to bring those who break the law to justice. They must be supported by full and rigorous enforcement of the Hunting Act.
To this end, I urge readers to contact their MPs and ask that they join the 20 per cent of MPs who have already signed Early Day Motion 481, which calls for greater support for the police in the enforcement of the Act.
Douglas Batchelor League Against Cruel Sports Surrey
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by giles bradshaw, rose ash
Wednesday, March 04 2009, 7:38AM
“but why would having to shoot the deer prevent cruel behaviour towards them? That's a ridiculous argument.
I have never heard such a silly reason to kill something.”
by Justin, Cornwall
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 4:37PM
“You're certainly not a real man Giles. You behave like a "cretin". It's time for YOU to do something about it Giles . . .join a growing movement that prevents cruel behaviour to animals from "cretins"like the pro-hunt movement. Do something about it and join up. It will make you feel alot better for it Giles. Best Justin”
by Giles Bradshaw, Rose Ash
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 2:35PM
“Real men don't need to join organisations Justin and real men are able to stand up to stupid laws passed by cretins.
I will never stop what I do nor will I ever obey this stupid law.”
by Justin, Cornwall
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 2:02PM
“That's nice Giles. I think you need a re-think and it's time to join the other side. Pro-hunter or LACS supporter?.....what will it be? Be a REAL man and DO the RIGHT thing Giles,join the LACS. You know you want to.”
by giles bradshaw, Rose Ash
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 1:35PM
“I took my dogs out this morning and illegally hunted for deer to flush.
Sorry correction, legally hunted for deer to illegally flush.
The current state of affairs is that you CAN go out with as many dogs as you like and hunt for wild animals :) :) :)”
by Justin, Cornwall
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 1:12PM
“I'm certain that you do Giles. Well. . .I think you should join the LACS. Douglas would welcome you with open arms. Would you do that Giles for me. You know you want to. Be a REAL MAN Giles. Take up the challenge.....”
by Giles Bradshaw, Rose Ash
Tuesday, March 03 2009, 8:54AM
“I know their Chief executive Douglas Batchelor Justin. I have corresponded with him via email and he accepts that there is 'little point' (his words) in prosecuting me for breaking the Hunting Act.”
by Justin, Cornwall
Monday, March 02 2009, 7:09PM
“Come on Giles,be a REAL man and join the League Against Cruel Sports. Forget Charles "ignoranus" Henry from Somersetshire and join a REAL MOVEMENT. Turn over a new leaf and get with the programme. Remember,it's a "pastime" Giles.”
by Charles Henry 1945-(diuturnity), Somersetshire
Monday, March 02 2009, 6:31PM
“:( You are clearly mistaken in your memory. Mr. Littlebrain. . I have always said, hunting is a job for the huntsmen and a pastime for the followers. . I forgot you are a sensitive flower and so of course I apologise. :D”
by giles bradshaw, Rose Ash
Monday, March 02 2009, 1:35PM
“I have toyed with the idea of obeying the law and shooting the deer justin but it all seems so silly don't you think?
If it means a lot to you ask me nicely and maybe I will shoot one for you.”