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30 November 2023

Defra preparing new bird licences for 2024

The Department for Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) are renewing the general licences for bird control in England, with no changes expected yet. 

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The new bird control general licences (known as GL40-42) will come into force on 1 January 2024 and Defra will "replicate the current GL40-42 conditions in the new licences".

The licences will be valid for two years starting from 1 January.   

A Defra spokesperson commented: 

"We will continue to assess any new and emerging evidence concerning risks associated with the control of wild birds authorised by GL40-42.  

"If any evidence emerges which necessitates modification of any of the conditions in the licence instruments, we will endeavour to ensure licence users have enough time to adjust to any operational changes that may be required."

If you're a BPCA member and need advice when applying for your bird control general licences, or have any other questions about licences, get in touch and a member of our technical team will be able to assist you.

technical@bpca.org.uk 

Source: Online

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