Letter: Fox-hunting long overdue for reform

Sir: Whoever wrote your leading article appears to have absolutely no idea about anglers and fishing, as our purpose is not to "maim or kill" the fish we catch.

Yes, game anglers catch salmon and trout for the table, but the vast majority of anglers simply pit their wits and expertise against the species of fish they are endeavouring to catch, be it for financial reward in match fishing, or for personal satisfaction in specimen, specialist or pleasure fishing.

All the anglers I know go to great lengths to ensure the safety and welfare of fish they catch, with specially designed equipment and unhooking hats to ensure this end, prior to releasing them back into their watery domain. Anglers care about the environment and the fish and wildlife that are part of our rivers, lakes and canals. Yes we do get great pleasure from our sport, but we deeply care about the welfare of what we catch and safely return.

D A BEAUMONT

Knockholt, Kent