Four centuries after the Border Reivers last caused mayhem in southern Scotland, sheep rustling is still a serious problem, the National Farmers Union (NFU) has warned.
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Rustlers to blame as sheep theft cases soar
Farmers have been told to raise their security after a huge increase in sheep thefts near the English border.
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