Ruth Coppinger TD is bringing a bill to the Dáil that aims to ban hunting with canines in Ireland.

The TD for Dublin West, and a member of the People Before Profit Solidarity party posted on Instagram, “This is an important step for animal welfare and against animal cruelty, I will keep you posted about the next stages and putting pressure on TDs and parties. Thanks to @banbloodsports for their input, as well as @naracampaigns.”

The Animal Health and Welfare (Ban On Fox Hunting) Bill 2025 aims to amend the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, which contains an exemption for hunting.