Monday 16 October, 2023

Glue traps and snares illegal in Wales from next week

From October 17, the use of snares and glue traps will be made illegal in Wales to 'prevent indiscriminate suffering to animals.' The Welsh Government appreciate rodent control is essential, but said there are ‘more humane and targeted methods available'

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Glue traps and snares illegal in Wales from next week

The first total ban on the use of snares and glue traps in the UK will come into force this autumn in Wales. Rural Affairs Minister, Lesley Griffiths confirmed from October 17, the use of snares and...

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