Greyhound Racing Industry Defends Sport Amid Wales Ban Plans
The greyhound racing industry has responded to plans to ban the sport in Wales, citing data that shows a significant reduction in deaths and injuries.
Deaths have "more than halved" and injuries saw a "significant drop" last year.
Mark Bird, chief executive of the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB), criticized animal welfare charities for using "inaccurate, historic or even misleading" data to support the ban.
- The Welsh Government has introduced a draft law to ban greyhound racing.
- The Valley Greyhound Stadium in Ystrad Mynach, Wales' last remaining track, faces closure.
Despite the ban plans, the industry claims progress in improving animal welfare.
Author's summary: Greyhound racing industry defends itself.
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