'If they changed their name, it could inspire other pubs to take note'
Animal rights activists have called for a popular pub to change its name saying that it is "derogatory" to foxes. PETA has sent a letter to the drinking hole known as The Sly Old Fox, with campaigners labelling the moniker "inaccurate" and "unfair".
READ MORE: Storm Bert: Four flood alerts remain in place in Greater Manchester after 'devastating' downpours across UK To The Telegraph, Allen remarked, "Due to The Sly Old Fox's rich history in Birmingham, this was the perfect fit for a request. If they changed their name, it could inspire other pubs to take note and would go some way towards encouraging respect – and even awe – for foxes."
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