An agricultural insurer says the cost of dog attacks on livestock in NI rose by about 50% last year.

Devon and Cornwall Police say sheds in West Anstey were broken into overnight earlier in February.

The national policing lead on fox hunting crime believes many hunts are routinely flouting the ban.

The police say dog owners must keep their animals on a lead and under control near livestock.

The 10 men previously arrested have been released on bail conditions, say police.

Farmers in Somerset say they have seen a huge increase in thefts with trucks.

Cambridgeshire Police says a total of 10 men have now been arrested in the investigation.

Gangs target farmers as they steal lucrative machinery and GPS systems worth £20,000.