Defra has dismissed allegations that hunts are linked to the spread of bovine tuberculosis.
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Badger cull pilot going ahead
Badger culling will go ahead from 2012 in an attempt to combat the spread of bovine tuberculosis, environment secretary Caroline Spelman has announced.
Badger cull decision expected
Reports indicate that the government will unveil its final decision on the proposed badger cull before Christmas.
