As you may know, I am a passionate advocate for animal rights and the increase of protections for animal welfare. 

In May, I wrote to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Michael Gove, to raise the findings in a report from The Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting to the Government's attention. 

I am pleased that following my letter, the Minister held a roundtable discussion to discuss this issue with stakeholders and that the Government is reviewing existing surrounding trophy hunting and its impact on species. 

Residents can read my letter in full, and the response I have received, below: