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Feb 2021
Is dog theft increasing in Harrogate district?
North Yorkshire’s police and crime commissioner has asked pet owners in the county to give their views on dog thefts in a national survey.
It follows a spate of high-profile incidents nationally, which has led to Home Secretary Priti Patel to consider harsher penalties for offenders.
Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, said the issue was becoming "more of a concern".
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The survey, which is being run by the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, aims to find out how widespread the fear of dog theft is and if there is support for tougher enforcement.
Mrs Mulligan said:
The survey will be open until March 12 and people can give their views here.
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