Hunting

because, if his party is elected, there’s a massive chance of a vote to repeal the humane Hunting Act.

Of course, money talks in this country. Filthy rich pro-hunters will pour so much dough into the Tories’ coffers that it will be extremely difficult to say “No” to them. Add to that the likelihood of increased pressure from royal circles (the Queen is a fanatical huntswoman) and you can bet that Mr Cameron will marshal every resource at his disposal to make it legal to hunt wild animals with packs of dogs.

As a supposedly responsible political movement, the Conservatives should not be supporting hunting with dogs as there’s indisputable evidence that it’s a savage sport which forces defenceless animals to die in fear and agony.

Aled Jones, Bridlington, East Yorkshire.

THE fight has started to retain the Hunting Act 2004. No more do I want terror inflicted by hounds, huntsmen and women on the wild animals of our countryside.

The year 2004 was not so long ago and I would like readers to cast their minds back to a time when it was commonplace to see foxes and deer running for their lives.

As public opinion against this sadistic activity changed and the true face of hunting emerged, the Government at the time was forced to listen.

It is still listening, hence Labour MP Hilary Benn’s “Back The Ban” online campaign (backtheban.com). For the sake of our children and grandchildren, please make an effort to keep hunting at bay before it’s too late.

Marjorie Embling,