Senedd Cymru | Welsh Parliament
Pwyllgor Diwylliant, Cyfathrebu, y Gymraeg, Chwaraeon, a Chysylltiadau Rhyngwladol | Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Bil Gwahardd Rasio Milgwn (Cymru) | Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Wales) Bill
Ymateb gan | Response from: Manuela Vogler
1. What are your views on the general principles of the Bill, and whether there is a need for legislation to deliver the stated policy intention?
I am aware that a ban on greyhound racing is being considered and I am writing to express my support for banning this cruel practice. I strongly oppose any cruel “sports“ of which greyhound racing is certainly one. As a society we should ask ourselves whom this is benefiting most. The answers we will find are sobering: bookies and the whole shady betting industry, and dog breeders who know fine well that these dogs will be abused. The term “sport“ is not appropriate. This activity is based on animal cruelty and gambling. This has no place in a civilised society. It's a disgusting activity and should be banned. This must stop now and not in 5 years.
I strongly support the Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Wales) Bill.