THE huge vote in favour of Michael Foster's Bill to end hunting with dogs was an overwhelming success, with more than 73 per cent of MPs voting to support the Bill.

Since the historic vote last November, the media has gone quiet on this issue and the general public thinks that the proposed ban is now law.

The Bill must go through a number of stages in Parliament. Without support from the Government, opponents of the Bill can use various tactics to prevent it from becoming law.

If it fails, tens of thousands of animals, foxes, mink, deer and hares will continue to be cruelly killed every year in the name of sport.

Make sure Tony Blair and the MPs see that support for their actions is still strong by writing to 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA.

SHEILA BRENNAN, Bombay Street, Blackburn.

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