Rejected petition Reverse licensing changes for shooting as a form of pest control.

Natural England have announced on 23 April 2019 that individuals wishing to control populations of certain birds using firearms will require additional licenses. This is increasing red tape where it is not required.

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https://www.gov.uk/government/news/general-licences-for-bird-control-major-changes-to-licensing-requirements

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Date submitted 23 April 2019
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