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Government gains powers to tackle wildlife tourism cruelty

Government gains powers to tackle wildlife tourism cruelty

Elephant riding is one of the activities that animal welfare organisations want the new law tackle. Ministers will be able...

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Research funded to investigate rats’ ultrasonic vocalisations

Research funded to investigate rats’ ultrasonic vocalisations

It is hoped that this research will continue developments to monitor emotional responses in an objective and non-invasive way. It...

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RSPCA welcomes reports of disposable vape ban

RSPCA welcomes reports of disposable vape ban

An estimated five million single-use vapes are thrown away every week. Government expected to announce new legislation. Reports that the...

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Butterfly count reveals increase in numbers

Butterfly count reveals increase in numbers

The Gatekeeper had 222,896 sightings, a 12 per cent increase on the previous year. The average number of butterflies was...

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Badger Trust condemns Government badger cull targets

Badger Trust condemns Government badger cull targets

"…there has never been an assault on nature like this over a decade in our history.”- Peter Hambly New cull...

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Avian flu hit six seabird colonies in 2023, National Trust reveal

Avian flu hit six seabird colonies in 2023, National Trust reveal

Only one National Trust site appeared to be unaffected by the disease. The contagious disease only affected one colony in...

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