In a pivotal moment for Scotland’s natural heritage, the Wildlife Protection Bill is set to be a game-changer, safeguarding iconic wildlife and habitats.
Championed by the Scottish Greens, the legislation targets wildlife crimes and ends harmful practices like uncontrolled upland burning for bloodsports.
Ariane Burgess MSP, the Greens’ rural affairs spokesperson, lauds the Bill’s potential to curb wildlife cruelty and hold offenders accountable, with enhanced powers for the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
This legislative stride reflects years of advocacy and signals a promising era for wildlife conservation in Scotland.
The bill’s focus on protecting birds of prey and …
