Footage from festive events, including four in Scotland, reviewed by welfare expert who says animals were in distress.
Live reindeer as entertainment should be banned from Christmas events in Scotland after footage from festive celebrations last year showed animals in distress, campaigners said.
The Scottish events were Merry Milngavie in East Dunbartonshire, Ashton Lane Winter Wonderland in Glasgow, the Dunfermline Christmas lights switch-on in Fife and Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekend in Renfrewshire. Other welfare issues highlighted by Dr Hammond included restricted space, exposure to loud noise and poor ground conditions.
“The UK public is a nation of animal lovers. We don’t think they would want to celebrate the season of festive joy at an event that knowingly risks compromising the welfare of reindeer. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.
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