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Deer poaching epidemic in Ireland

Deer poaching epidemic in Ireland

The WDAI advises anyone who
witnesses poaching not to approach the poacher but to note any vehicle registration details and tell the authorities.


By Selena Masson, Shooting Times

Tuesday, 25 November 2008

The Countryside Alliance Ireland and the Wild Deer Association of Ireland (WDAI) have launched a campaign to highlight the problem of deer poaching in the republic.

The organisations have stated that deer poaching has reached epidemic proportions in some parts of the country. The WDAI advises anyone who witnesses poaching not to approach the poacher but to note any vehicle registration details and tell the authorities. For more details, visit www.wilddeerireland.com.

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