Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban greyhound racing in England
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31 signatures
What the petition asks
We believe greyhounds deserve protection, not exploitation for profit. Greyhound racing causes injuries and deaths to dogs every year. Wales has committed to banning the sport and Scotland is ending it.
We believe England should follow their lead and put animal welfare first by introducing a ban on greyhound racing.
Greyhound racing continues to cause injuries and deaths to dogs in England each year. Although welfare measures have been introduced, serious concerns remain about the treatment of racing greyhounds and their quality of life. Wales has announced plans to ban greyhound racing, and Scotland is moving towards ending the sport. We believe England should follow suit by introducing legislation to ban greyhound racing and prioritise animal welfare over commercial interests.
Greyhound racing continues to cause injuries and deaths to dogs in England each year. Although welfare measures have been introduced, serious concerns remain about the treatment of racing greyhounds and their quality of life. Wales has announced plans to ban greyhound racing, and Scotland is moving towards ending the sport. We believe England should follow suit by introducing legislation to ban greyhound racing and prioritise animal welfare over commercial interests.
Timeline
| 23 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
31
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
23 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.