Wildlife and Natural Environment Bill – Stage 1 Evidence

LINK welcomes the opportunities to update the law on wildlife and the natural environment afforded by this bill.  We particularly welcome elements such as the provisions on non-native species and on arrangements for Sites of Special Scientific Interest and have some positive suggestions for improvement in these areas.  Whilst welcoming parts of the bill, we also have deep reservations about other aspects, especially the disappointing and unworkable proposals on deer management.