Welsh Government Bans Greyhound Racing

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Greyhound racing to be banned in Wales

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Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies announced plans to wind down the sport.

News welcomed by coalition of animal welfare charities including the Dogs Trust .

RSPCA said it would protect dogs from the "inherent risks that come with competitive racing" Wales only has one dog-racing track: the Valley Stadium in Ystrad Mynach .

No timeline has been announced for the ban, but it could come in before the next Welsh Parliament election in May 2026 .

David Irranca-Davies said a ban would mean derelict land on a flood plain adjacent to his constituency.

Minister said ministers wanted to engage with the sector and its workforce.

Banning greyhound racing in England was ruled out by the previous UK Conservative government.

The UK government declined to comment when asked if it was considering implementing a ban.

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