Bigger hue and cry over animal rights

WHILE I might agree with the idea stated in a number of articles in the Irish Examiner that the recent ‘D’ case was primarily about the right to travel, the purpose of the journey in question was bound to raise issues of serious moral concern.

A somewhat similar situation arose a few years ago when it was suggested that British bloodsport activists might travel to Ireland in pursuit of their chosen pastime.

Animal rights groups saw this as more than a simple right to travel given the potential danger such journeys would pose to defenceless creatures. Auctioneers who advertised the hunting possibilities on lands for sale were also criticised.