Hunting Poll 2013

A majority of the British public are in favour of keeping a number of activities banned in the Hunting Act illegal: fox hunting (80%); deer hunting (85%); hare hunting and coursing (87%); dog fighting (98%); and badger baiting (92%).

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Technical note: Ipsos interviewed a nationally representative quota sample of 1,983 adults in Great Britain aged 15+. Interviews were carried out face-to-face, in home, using CAPI (Computer Aided Personal Interviewing Laptops), as part of the Ipsos Omnibus (Capibus). Fieldwork was conducted between 1 November - 7 November 2013. The results have been weighted to reflect the known profile of the adult population.

Respondents were asked the following question:

Now a question about sports where animals are set on other animals to fight or kill them. These activities are currently illegal in the United Kingdom.For each one I read out, please tell me whether you think it should or should not be made legal again. Just read out the letter that applies in each case."  SHOWCARD  Fox Hunting; Deer Hunting; Hare Hunting and Coursing; Dog fighting; Badger baiting. - Yes, should be made legal again - No, should not be made legal again - Don’t Know