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'It's part of the culture' - New York bans horse-drawn carriages after more than 160 years

The BBC's Madeline Halpert spoke to city tourists, residents and horse carriage workers about the industry and their opinion on the ban.

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According to BBC News, the BBC's Madeline Halpert spoke to city tourists, residents and horse carriage workers about the industry and their opinion on the ban.

This world story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include York and BBC's Madeline Halpert.

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United States · Americas
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BBC News
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York, BBC's Madeline Halpert
Section
World

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