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Hare Coursing Debate Divides Ireland | Cork News
A controversial bill to ban hare coursing narrowly failed in the Dáil, igniting fierce debate over animal welfare, rural tradition, and public opinion. The bill’s sponsor called it a barbaric, terrorizing practice—not a sport—and pointed to global bans and a 74% public support poll. The Taoiseach acknowledged the cruelty but stressed rural communities feel their way of life is under threat, urging dialogue across differing perspectives. The bill’s sponsor countered that voters are ahead of politicians, rejecting claims of regulation and emphasizing hares flee in fear—not for sport. The…
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