Brief guide to wild birds and the law |
Brief guide to wild birds and the lawThere are several laws protecting wild birds in the UK. The Wildlife and Countryside Act covers England, Scotland and Wales, whilst Northern Ireland has its own legislation. In addition, the Nature Conservation Act gives further protection to wildlife in Scotland. International wildlife trade is governed by CITES. Use the links below to find out more.
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