Researchers tackle livestock attacks problem
A new forensic research project run by Liverpool John Moores University is working with farmers, police, vets and industry to improve the collection of offending dog DNA from attacked livestock.
Bill to protect livestock from dogs progresses
A bill which aims to strengthen law to prevent livestock attacks has successfully passed the Committee stage in the House of Commons.
Report calls for changes to Scotland’s livestock worrying legislation
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is calling for changes to legislation including a higher level of fines to be imposed for dog-related offences and for guidance around livestock worrying to be reviewed.
Dog walkers urged to act to protect wildlife and help farmers
Some of the UK's most popular national parks are introducing new rules for dog walkers to protect wildlife and help farmers as ground-nesting bird and lambing season start.
Cost of livestock worrying rises by nearly 30%
Farm animals worth an estimated £2.4m were severely injured or killed by dogs in 2023, up nearly 30% compared to the previous year, new figures reveal.
Government backs bill to clamp down on livestock worrying
Tougher powers to tackle livestock worrying have taken a significant step forward with the announcement of government backing for new legislation.
Coffey seeks greater police powers to tackle livestock attacks
Former Environment Secretary Therese Coffey is bringing forward proposals to give police greater powers to crack down on irresponsible dog walkers whose animals attack livestock.
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