'Tougher sanctions' sought as dog attacks cause 'savagery and trauma' on sheep farms

The IFA said its 'No Dogs Allowed' campaign will continue until "substantial progress" is made.
'Tougher sanctions' sought as dog attacks cause 'savagery and trauma' on sheep farms

The "persistent failure of authorities" has frustrated farmers who have suffered significant losses as a result of dog attacks, the Irish Farmers' Association has said.

The "persistent failure of authorities" has frustrated farmers who have suffered significant losses as a result of dog attacks, the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) has said.

Kevin Comiskey, national sheep chairman of the IFA this week led a delegation to meet Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys to put forward stronger measures that are needed to curb dog attacks.

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