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Ward Union to continue hunting this season

Ward Union stag hunt will find a way to "hunt within the law" after ban imposed in June

Ward Union hunt devastated by ban on stag hunting

Spokesman for the Co Meath-based hunt Ronan Griffin said they had been let down by Fianna Fail

Irish parliament votes to ban stag hunting and the Ward Union

TDs voted to ban stag hunting by the narrow margin of 75 votes to 72 last night (Tuesday)

Irish opposition party fight against staghunting ban

Irish opposition party Fine Gael has promised to repeal any staghunting ban if it gets into government

Future of hunting in Ireland under threat

The Irish hunting community is being urged to “sharpen up” to ensure a blanket ban on hunting isn’t introduced

Ireland's Ward Union wins right to hunt stags in High Court decision

The Ward Union Hunt has been granted an injunction against the hunting licence issued in December which stopped them pursuing a live stag. This means they can once more hunt as usual.

Irish minister issues limited licence for Ward Union Hunt

John Gormley has issued the Ward Union Hunt with a licence to hunt under the Wildlife Act, 1976 but there are strict terms and conditions that the hunt must comply with

Quantock Staghounds duo still guilty of hunting offence

The first appeal against a hunting conviction is quashed, but we can still keep hunting says Countryside Alliance chief

Stag hunt granted reprieve by Irish minster

Stag hunting in Ireland has been given time to "address serious concerns" before a decision is made about licensing for next season.