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House passes dog attack law

The House of Representatives on Tuesday afternoon passed the new dog attack law with 17 amendments. Justice Minister Delroy Chuck had tabled the Bill, which will now move to the Senate for its approval. During Tuesday's sitting, Chuck said...

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