August 28, 2025 - 589 views
Wales Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca Davies has published a draft legislation that would ban greyhound racing in Wales, seeking input before formal introduction in the autumn.
The bill, if passed, would make it illegal to operate venues for greyhound racing in Wales, with an implementation group chaired by Dr. Emily Blackwell guiding the transition process.
Davies aims for Wales to set high standards in animal welfare through this ban.
When introduced, the new Bill would make it an offence to operate a stadium or similar venue in Wales and use it, or knowingly permit it to be used, for greyhound racing.
The Bill also makes it an offence to be involved in organising greyhound racing in Wales.
Work continues on the preparation of the Bill and there may be changes before it is introduced to the Senedd.
Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies said: "I look forward to working with Senedd Members on the provisions of the Bill during scrutiny after the Bill is introduced in the autumn.”
"We want Wales to be an exemplar for the highest standards of animal health and welfare."
"The ban is one way we can work towards meeting that goal, and the implementation group has a key role to play.
"Its combined knowledge will help us as we progress with this important work.”
