Badger cull resumes
The badger cull has resumed in Somerset and Gloucestershire
Farming minister says culls are necessary
The government has confirmed badger culling has started in Somerset and Gloucestershire as part of its controversial attempt to prevent the spread of bovine TB in cattle.
Farming Minister, MP George Eustice, explains why they feel the culls are necessary:
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