Labour ‘alienating rural people’ with plan to ban trail hunting, says Countryside Alliance
Boxing Day hunts take place in England as poll suggests 65% of people think government neglects rural areas
AI Summary
The Countryside Alliance accuses Labour of alienating rural voters due to its proposed ban on trail hunting, citing a poll showing 65% believe the government neglects rural areas. This move follows criticism over inheritance tax changes affecting farmers. Trail hunting involves following scents instead of chasing live animals and contributes significantly to the rural economy, according to the alliance.