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What is hare coursing and what impact does it have? (www.bbc.co.uk)

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Hare coursing is the illegal pursuit of hares by dogs, which are judged by how closely they can follow the twists and turns of the animal as it tries to escape. It is usually accompanied by gambling. When trespassing is involved, it can lead to the disruption of crops and damage on farmers' land.

After meeting farmers and people in rural communities, Richard Fuller, Conservative MP for North Bedfordshire, introduced a private members' bill in 2022, external to tackle hare coursing.

He said: "Hare coursing is one of those where people in isolated communities feel absolutely helpless. They know there is no way police can get to them in time to assist them."

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