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The lions that are bred to be killed

Thousands of lions in South Africa are being bred just to be killed for their parts

An investigation has found that thousands of lions are being bred specifically to be killed for their body parts. Lord Ashcroft, who carried out the research, is calling for the UK government to ban the importation of lion parts. Also, Lucy Moreton, the Immigration Services Union's general secretary, explains how border officials monitor animal imports.

(Images: Lion cubs, credit: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

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