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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Amy-Clare Martin

XL Bully ban will cost £25 million in vet and kennel fees - with no clear reduction in attacks

The XL Bully ban is predicted to cost police £25 million in vet and kennel fees this year, police warn - (PA Wire)

The XL Bully ban is predicted to cost police £25 million in vet and kennel fees this year, as chiefs admit it could take several years to see a reduction in dog attacks.

The National Police Chiefs’ Council have revealed the “huge burden” the ban is having on forces in Britain, after the controversial breed was outlawed last year following a string of fatal attacks.

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