Prince William criticised for justifying trophy hunting

Wildlife charities speak out after Duke of Cambridge says paying to kill old animals can help conservation efforts

Prince William
 
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The Duke of Cambridge has come under fire from wildlife charities for arguing that trophy hunting can be justified in certain circumstances.

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