International Fur Trade Federation
In 2011 Oaten accepted a position as executive of the International Fur Trade Federation. Oaten was criticised for accepting the position by animal welfare groups, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) and Winchester Animal Concern. Whilst an MP, Oaten was critical of any plans to introduce legislation to outlaw fox hunting, and supported a 'middle way' approach to the issue, that would allow hunting to remain legal. In 2004 Oaten voted against the ban on fox hunting.
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