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The consultation is open until 10 December 2024, providing a platform for you to share your views on the proposed approach.
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On Tuesday 24th September, Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, Jim Fairlie informed Scottish Parliament that the ban on snares, which was introduced as part of the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024, will commence on Monday 25th November 2024.
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1st October brings new legislation on bird registration that is likely to affect every game manager in England and Wales.
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NatureScot have asked us to remind our members and supporters that the muirburn season will begin on 1st October as usual this year and not 15th September as set out in the Wildlife Management and Muirburn Act 2024.
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GWCT Senior Advisor Mike Swan discusses common public complaints about shooting practices, emphasising proactive communication with neighbors, addressing issues like shot fallout and poults, and promoting responsible game management through the Aim to Sustain assurance scheme.
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Defra have announced that the first endorsed action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) is now live. GRH6, which focuses on managing priority habitat species-rich grassland, is officially available on GOV.UK. Here's what you need to know to get started.
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In July, GWCT staff and their pointing dogs revisited study sites across Scotland to count red grouse. After the pair counts in the spring, which aim to determine the number of breeding pairs, these brood counts in July determine the number of grouse chicks that survived to fledging age.
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Defra have recently updated the guidance for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. These updates aim to provide clearer instructions and expand the options available to farmers and land managers.
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