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Northamptonshire Police had linked Jose Lopez-Vidal to at least three dog attacks on farms which led to lambs being injured or killed

Livestock worrying can lead to unnecessary suffering, injuries and even death

This week from Íæż½ã½ã acting editor Katie Jones

The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill is getting closer to being passed into legislation, and farmers have been praised for sharing what can often be difficult and heartbreaking experiences on the issue

Warwickshire Rural Crime Team said several sheep belonging to multiple farmers were killed by two dogs, and the shock caused further damage and losses afterwards

Derbyshire Rural Crime Team said the dogs worried 19 cows for around 20 minutes whilst off-lead on farmland

Chester South and Eddisbury MP Aphra Brandreth said she was delighted that the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Amendment Bill has passed the committee stage

Farmer speaks out following escalation in dog attacks

Ms Brandreth has written for Íæż½ã½ã on the devastation of livestock worrying, why current legislation is outdated, and how her Private Members' Bill could make a significant difference for farmers in the future

This NSA Sheep Worrying by Dogs Awareness Week, we revisit our special livestock worrying podcast which clarifies farmers' rights and responsibilities, and potential industry reforms to tackle the issue