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13 February 18:39

Anti‑Hunt Ball Protest Draws Attention Outside Laois Hunt Ball Venue

🦊 A Theatrical “Anti‑Hunt Ball” Greets Guests in Durrow A vibrant and deliberately provocative “Anti‑Hunt Ball” demonstration unfolded outside the Castle Arms Hotel in Durrow, Co. Laois, as guests arrived for the annual Laois Hunt Ball on Saturday, February 7. The protest, staged as a visual performance, featured activists dressed as foxes in tuxedos and evening gowns, dancing the foxtrot and mingling with arriving ball‑goers in a playful yet po

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

13 February 18:35

Fox Hunting Ban in Ireland: Why Rural Communities Say the 2025 Bill Threatens More Than Tradition

On 17 December 2025, the Dáil Éireann will debate the Animal Health and Welfare (Ban on Fox Hunting) Bill, introduced by Deputy Ruth Coppinger. The proposal aims to outlaw fox hunting across Ireland, framing the ban as a necessary step for animal welfare. Yet for thousands of rural residents, farmers, horse breeders, and countryside workers, the Bill represents something far more serious: a direct challenge to Ireland’s rural identity, cultural h

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

13 February 18:29

Animal Baiting in Northern Ireland: USPCA Warns of 150 Active Offenders and Thousands of Illegal Badger Attacks Each Year

Animal baiting in Northern Ireland remains a hidden but widespread crime. USPCA investigators estimate 150 active offenders and up to 14,000 illegal badger baiting cases annually. A BBC Spotlight investigation exposes the underground world of dog‑baiting, wildlife crime, and the urgent need for stronger enforcement across the UK and Ireland. 🦊 A Growing Wildlife Crime Problem Hidden in Plain Sight Animal baiting — the deliberate staging of viole

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

13 February 18:27

Hunting Charge Against Wicklow Vet Dropped After €500 Donation to Wildlife Charity

A veterinary surgeon from Greystones, Co Wicklow, has avoided further prosecution after making a €500 charitable donation, bringing an end to a hunting‑related case that drew attention across Ireland’s outdoor and hunting community. The incident, which involved a peregrine falcon and a red setter in the Wicklow Mountains National Park, has sparked renewed discussion about wildlife regulations, falconry practices, and landowner permissions in Irel

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

5 February 14:48

Hunting With Hounds in Northern Ireland: Why Evidence, Not Emotion, Should Shape the Debate

Claims that foxhunting with hounds is “inherently cruel” continue to dominate headlines, yet many of these arguments rely more on emotional slogans than on verifiable evidence. For generations, hunting has been a core element of countryside management across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, serving as a practical tool for controlling fox populations and protecting livestock, ground‑nesting birds and rural livelihoods. For rural commu

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

29 January 16:29

Rabbit Hunters Lose Control of Dog as It Kills Protected Irish Hare in Skerries

A Routine Rabbit Hunt Turns Into a Criminal Case A quiet stretch of farmland outside Skerries, Co. Dublin, became the center of an unexpected wildlife incident after three cousins—George O’Brien (28), John O’Brien (25) and Tom O’Brien (23)—entered private property while out hunting rabbits. According to court testimony, the men were attempting to retrieve one of their dogs that had bolted during the outing. By the time they located the animal, it

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

28 January 14:32

Illegal Hare Hunters Caught in Offaly

Irish Gardaí have detained two illegal hare hunters in County Offaly, seizing equipment and warning that fines of up to €5,000 await offenders. As illegal hunting cases rise across Ireland, authorities intensify cooperation with the National Parks and Wildlife Service to protect native wildlife. Gardaí Detain Two Illegal Hare Hunters in West Offaly Laois–Offaly Gardaí have confirmed the arrest of two individuals caught illegally hunting wild hare

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

27 January 14:10

Illegal Hunting Crackdown in Kildare

A coordinated Garda operation has intensified efforts to stop illegal hunting and trespassing across rural Kildare, following a surge in reports of poaching and the unlawful targeting of protected wildlife. The joint action, carried out with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), took place on Sunday, January 25, and focused on mid and south Kildare—areas that have seen repeated incidents of poachers entering farmland and disturbing habi

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

26 January 16:36

Traditional Irish Drag Hunting at Its Best

Experience a full report from the East Clare Harriers drag hunt in Ireland, with insights into the pack’s history, the hunting country around Lough Derg, and the riders who made the day unforgettable. A must‑read for anyone searching for Irish hunting, drag hunting in Ireland, East Clare Harriers, or Lough Derg hunting. A Proud Irish Hunting Tradition Continues The East Clare Harriers, one of Ireland’s most respected drag hunting packs, once agai

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

26 January 16:22

Top-Class Hunting Riders Shine at East Galway Meet

East Galway Hunt delivers a spectacular New Year’s meet in Laurencetown, showcasing elite riders, world‑class eventing talent, and the deep hunting traditions of Ireland. A detailed report for hunting enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and fans of equestrian sport. A New Year’s Meet That Showcased Ireland’s Finest Hunting Talent Laurencetown, a small village in the heart of East Galway, was buzzing with life as hunters, locals and visitors packed

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

26 January 16:14

Rare Arctic Narwhal Found on Irish Coast for the First Time

A rare young narwhal — the legendary “unicorn of the sea” — has washed ashore in Ireland for the first time in recorded history. Marine experts confirm the Arctic whale’s appearance on the Donegal coast, raising new questions about climate change, shifting migration routes, and wildlife survival in northern waters. 🐋 A Historic First: Narwhal Washes Up on the Coast of Ireland Ireland has recorded its first-ever narwhal after a small whale carcas

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

23 January 15:59

Illegal Lurcher Dog Hunting in Limerick Sparks Fresh Court Case

Lurcher dog hunting in Ireland continues to surge seasonally, with a 23‑year‑old man appearing in Limerick court after allegedly taking part in an illegal hunting event with cash prizes. Authorities warn of a growing “seasonal scourge” across rural counties. 🐕 A Growing Seasonal Problem in Rural Ireland A 23‑year‑old man has appeared before Newcastle West District Court in Limerick after being accused of illegal lurcher dog hunting, a practice t

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

20 January 11:00

Old Irish Goat Faces Extinction as Trophy Hunters Target Ireland’s Rarest Wild Breed

The Old Irish Goat — a rare, ancient landrace brought to Ireland by Neolithic settlers roughly 5,000 years ago — is now facing what conservationists describe as a full‑scale “extinction crisis”. Despite its deep cultural and ecological significance, the breed remains legally unprotected, leaving it exposed to trophy hunters who travel to Ireland specifically to shoot it. Although goats are not native to Ireland, the Old Irish Goat is considered t

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

20 January 10:57

Young Hunter Killed in Suspected Firearms Accident in Rural Carlow

Authorities in Ireland have launched a full investigation after 21‑year‑old Paul Fitzpatrick died during a suspected hunting accident in rural Co Carlow. The fatal incident occurred late Tuesday evening in a field roughly one kilometre south of Leighlinbridge, a quiet village situated along the River Barrow. According to early Garda findings, Fitzpatrick had been out fox hunting with a close friend when the tragedy unfolded as darkness settled ov

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

20 January 10:55

Government Launches Review of Wild Bird Hunting Amid Sharp Population Declines

Ireland’s long‑standing open season for wild bird hunting is now under formal review as new conservation data reveals steep declines in many native species. According to BirdWatch Ireland and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), 15 of the 21 bird species currently legal to hunt show worrying downward population trends. This includes several species already listed as Red or Amber under the Birds of Conservation Concern Ireland framework

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

19 January 15:42

Ireland Cracks Down on Illegal Hare Hunting in Louth as Gardaí Seize Vehicles and Equipment

Illegal hare hunting in Ireland has come under renewed scrutiny as Gardaí in County Louth intensify operations targeting poachers who pursue the protected Irish hare. Over recent weeks, officers have intercepted multiple individuals, seizing vehicles and suspected illegal hunting equipment during coordinated patrols carried out with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and local landowners. The Irish hare, a native species that predates

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

12 January 9:54

Illegal Hunting Threatens Curragh Plains in County Kildare

Illegal hunting activity across the Curragh Plains in County Kildare is causing visible damage to one of Ireland’s most iconic landscapes. Fianna Fáil Senator Fiona O’Loughlin has warned that the digging of large burrows and holes to capture rabbits and badgers is “destroying” the area, undermining its ecological and cultural value. Photographs shared online show scars across the grasslands, prompting renewed calls for urgent government intervent

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

12 January 9:51

Digital Licensing Struggles in Northern Ireland

Since 2018, all firearm licence applications in Northern Ireland have been processed exclusively online. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) introduced the My PSNI Portal as part of a modernization effort, but the latest update in late 2025 has proven difficult for many gun owners. Farmers and hunters, particularly those over 60, have reported that the requirement for applicants and referees to use personal email addresses has created b

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

12 January 9:49

Fox Hunting Rises After Ban Bill Defeat

Fox hunting in Ireland has seen renewed activity since the Dáil decisively rejected a ban on December 17, 2025. The bill, introduced by People Before Profit-Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger, was defeated by 124 votes to 24, with Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, Sinn Féin, Independent Ireland, and Aontú siding against prohibition. The outcome has emboldened hunting groups, according to Cork Labour representative Evie Nevin, who says hunts have become more freq

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Ireland: all about hunting and fishing, news, forum.

9 January 14:02

Radical Proposals in Ireland’s Wildlife Law Review

The Irish Government’s public consultation on wildlife legislation has drawn hundreds of submissions, many of them controversial. Among the most striking ideas were the reintroduction of wolves, a nationwide bounty for hunting feral cats, and the use of contraceptive-laced bait to control Ireland’s booming deer population. The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) confirmed that these submissions will help shape upcoming reforms to the Wildl

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