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Raptor Persecution UK: National Gamekeepers Organisation’s pathetic response to Channel 4 programme on rampant raptor persecution

Two weeks ago the RSPB announced that it had seen a ‘surge’ in reported raptor persecution incidents since the Coronavirus lockdown (see here). The response from the National Gamekeepers Organisation (NGO) was its usual attempt to undermine the credibility of the RSPB, bleat about being a signatory to an as yet undemonstrated stance of ‘zero […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2BjQHY7

National Gamekeepers Organisation’s pathetic response to Channel 4 programme on rampant raptor persecution

Two weeks ago the RSPB announced that it had seen a ‘surge’ in reported raptor persecution incidents since the Coronavirus lockdown (see here). The response from the National Gamekeepers Organisation (NGO) was its usual attempt to undermine the credibility of the RSPB, bleat about being a signatory to an as yet undemonstrated stance of ‘zero […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2BjQHY7 via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Channel 4 News highlights raptor persecution on North Yorkshire grouse moors

Following the news yesterday that a buzzard had been found confirmed poisoned in the Nidderdale AONB (see here), that the RSPB had seen a further increase in reports of raptor persecution since lockdown, including four new cases in the Peak District National Park (see here), and the discovery of five dead buzzards hidden in a […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3cfn7zB

Channel 4 News highlights raptor persecution on North Yorkshire grouse moors

Following the news yesterday that a buzzard had been found confirmed poisoned in the Nidderdale AONB (see here), that the RSPB had seen a further increase in reports of raptor persecution since lockdown, including four new cases in the Peak District National Park (see here), and the discovery of five dead buzzards hidden in a […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3cfn7zB via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Shot buzzards found concealed on a Bransdale grouse shooting estate in North York Moors National Park

North Yorkshire Police have issued the following press release today: Appeal for information after buzzards found shot in Bransdale North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information after five dead buzzards were found hidden in a hole in the ground on land below Fox Hole Crag, on the edge of Bransdale in the North York Moors. […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/36FJT2y

Shot buzzards found concealed on a Bransdale grouse shooting estate in North York Moors National Park

North Yorkshire Police have issued the following press release today: Appeal for information after buzzards found shot in Bransdale North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information after five dead buzzards were found hidden in a hole in the ground on land below Fox Hole Crag, on the edge of Bransdale in the North York Moors. […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/36FJT2y via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: RSPB provides update on raptor persecution surge during Coronavirus lockdown

Two weeks ago the RSPB said there had been a ‘surge’ in raptor persecution crimes during the Coronavirus lockdown period resulting in a number of police searches on various grouse moors across the UK (see here). The shooting industry’s leaders responded to this news with their usual mind-bending, truth-twisting denials and obfuscation (see here). This […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2TRZZRt

RSPB provides update on raptor persecution surge during Coronavirus lockdown

Two weeks ago the RSPB said there had been a ‘surge’ in raptor persecution crimes during the Coronavirus lockdown period resulting in a number of police searches on various grouse moors across the UK (see here). The shooting industry’s leaders responded to this news with their usual mind-bending, truth-twisting denials and obfuscation (see here). This […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2TRZZRt via IFTTT

Buzzard illegally poisoned in North Yorkshire’s Nidderdale AONB

A couple of weeks ago North Yorkshire Police was warning Nidderdale residents about potential poisonous baits in the community after two dogs fell ill and one subsequently died – an investigation is ongoing but a veterinary expert suspected poisoning (see here). Now North Yorkshire Police are having to warn the public again after toxicology analysis […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2XcSA1e via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Buzzard illegally poisoned in North Yorkshire’s Nidderdale AONB

A couple of weeks ago North Yorkshire Police was warning Nidderdale residents about potential poisonous baits in the community after two dogs fell ill and one subsequently died – an investigation is ongoing but a veterinary expert suspected poisoning (see here). Now North Yorkshire Police are having to warn the public again after toxicology analysis […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2XcSA1e

Raptor Persecution UK: Shameful Natural England issues another licence for hen harrier brood meddling

Last week, Natural England announced that it had issued another licence to enable hen harrier brood meddling to take place this year. For new blog readers, hen harrier brood meddling is a conservation sham sanctioned by DEFRA and carried out by Natural England, in cahoots with the very industry responsible for the species’ catastrophic decline […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3dd68iG

Shameful Natural England issues another licence for hen harrier brood meddling

Last week, Natural England announced that it had issued another licence to enable hen harrier brood meddling to take place this year. For new blog readers, hen harrier brood meddling is a conservation sham sanctioned by DEFRA and carried out by Natural England, in cahoots with the very industry responsible for the species’ catastrophic decline […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3dd68iG via IFTTT

Stoat killed in illegal trap on grouse moor in Teesdale

There’s an article in the Northern Echo today reporting the discovery of a dead stoat in an illegally-set Fenn trap on an unnamed Durham grouse moor. A member of the public had found the stoat and reported it to the League Against Cruel Sports, who reported it to Durham Police. [Dead stoat caught in illegal […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2XCvS1s via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Stoat killed in illegal trap on grouse moor in Teesdale

There’s an article in the Northern Echo today reporting the discovery of a dead stoat in an illegally-set Fenn trap on an unnamed Durham grouse moor. A member of the public had found the stoat and reported it to the League Against Cruel Sports, who reported it to Durham Police. [Dead stoat caught in illegal […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2XCvS1s

Raptor Persecution UK: Q&A interview with RPUK blogger Ruth Tingay

Many thanks to Jimmi Hill of UK charity Raptor Aid for providing an opportunity to participate in a Q&A interview yesterday evening. For those who are interested in my actual background in raptor conservation (as opposed to the shooting industry’s claims that I’m an animal rights extremist jumping on the bandwagon), you can watch the […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3d6z1xb

Q&A interview with RPUK blogger Ruth Tingay

Many thanks to Jimmi Hill of UK charity Raptor Aid for providing an opportunity to participate in a Q&A interview yesterday evening. For those who are interested in my actual background in raptor conservation (as opposed to the shooting industry’s claims that I’m an animal rights extremist jumping on the bandwagon), you can watch the […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3d6z1xb via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Self-regulation continues to elude the game-shooting industry

We’re used to hearing from the game-shooting industry that self-regulation is the way forward, instead of the proposition of statutory legislation and regulation, such as shoot licensing, (e.g. see here for the Scottish game-shooting industry’s response to the Werritty Review, where they argue that self-enforced ‘codes of practice’ are the best solution for grouse moor […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3gq69lC

Self-regulation continues to elude the game-shooting industry

We’re used to hearing from the game-shooting industry that self-regulation is the way forward, instead of the proposition of statutory legislation and regulation, such as shoot licensing, (e.g. see here for the Scottish game-shooting industry’s response to the Werritty Review, where they argue that self-enforced ‘codes of practice’ are the best solution for grouse moor […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3gq69lC via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Peregrine found shot dead in Brighouse, West Yorkshire

A peregrine has been found shot dead in Brighouse, West Yorkshire. It’s leg ring has identified it as a male that hatched in 2018 at the University of Leeds, according to @UoLPeregrine. The dead bird was found yesterday (23 May 2020) and police wildlife crime officer PC CJ Newsome has tweeted that an x-ray has […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2ZyYpry

Peregrine found shot dead in Brighouse, West Yorkshire

A peregrine has been found shot dead in Brighouse, West Yorkshire. It’s leg ring has identified it as a male that hatched in 2018 at the University of Leeds, according to @UoLPeregrine. The dead bird was found yesterday (23 May 2020) and police wildlife crime officer PC CJ Newsome has tweeted that an x-ray has […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2ZyYpry via IFTTT

Police ask public to be vigilant after buzzard & two peregrines found dead in Staffordshire Moorlands

Press release from Staffordshire Police (20 May 2020) Three birds of prey found dead in Staffordshire Moorlands Police have raised concerns after three birds of prey were found dead in the Staffordshire Moorlands [inside the Peak District National Park]. On Saturday (16 May) a buzzard and peregrine falcon were sadly discovered dead in a wooded […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2Xgk0SK via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Police ask public to be vigilant after buzzard & two peregrines found dead in Staffordshire Moorlands

Press release from Staffordshire Police (20 May 2020) Three birds of prey found dead in Staffordshire Moorlands Police have raised concerns after three birds of prey were found dead in the Staffordshire Moorlands [inside the Peak District National Park]. On Saturday (16 May) a buzzard and peregrine falcon were sadly discovered dead in a wooded […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2Xgk0SK

Raptor Persecution UK: Wild Justice response to RSPB consultation on gamebird shooting

Last year the RSPB announced it was undertaking a policy review on gamebird shooting (see here). This was prompted by ongoing environmental concerns including ‘the ongoing and systematic illegal persecution of birds of prey such as hen harriers on some sporting estates; the ecological impact of high numbers of game birds released into the countryside increasing the density of generalist […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2TrFyL4

Wild Justice response to RSPB consultation on gamebird shooting

Last year the RSPB announced it was undertaking a policy review on gamebird shooting (see here). This was prompted by ongoing environmental concerns including ‘the ongoing and systematic illegal persecution of birds of prey such as hen harriers on some sporting estates; the ecological impact of high numbers of game birds released into the countryside increasing the density of generalist […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2TrFyL4 via IFTTT

Game-shooting industry displays zero credibility in fight against raptor persecution

The game-shooting industry continues to bang nails in to its own coffin with its latest magnificent display of zero credibility when it comes to tackling the ongoing illegal killing of birds of prey across the UK. Have a look at these responses from the major game shooting organisations to last week’s news of a reported […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3e1cFgw via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Game-shooting industry displays zero credibility in fight against raptor persecution

The game-shooting industry continues to bang nails in to its own coffin with its latest magnificent display of zero credibility when it comes to tackling the ongoing illegal killing of birds of prey across the UK. Have a look at these responses from the major game shooting organisations to last week’s news of a reported […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3e1cFgw

Full cost of Werritty Review finally revealed

The long-awaited review on grouse moor management (commonly known as the Werritty Review, named after the review group Chair, Prof Alan Werritty) and options for grouse moor regulation was finally submitted to the Scottish Government six months ago (18 November 2019) – see here. The review was made public five months ago to the day […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3dYpnN6 via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Full cost of Werritty Review finally revealed

The long-awaited review on grouse moor management (commonly known as the Werritty Review, named after the review group Chair, Prof Alan Werritty) and options for grouse moor regulation was finally submitted to the Scottish Government six months ago (18 November 2019) – see here. The review was made public five months ago to the day […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3dYpnN6

Don’t laugh, but here’s the new Moorland Association chairman, Lord Masham

The Moorland Association, a lobby group for England’s grouse moor owners, has elected a new Chairman and its choice speaks volumes. Mark Cunliffe-Lister (Lord Masham in some circles) owns the Swinton Estate in Nidderdale. This estate may sound familiar to some readers, and that’s because we’ve had reason to blog about it several times over […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2TvQuaH via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Don’t laugh, but here’s the new Moorland Association chairman, Lord Masham

The Moorland Association, a lobby group for England’s grouse moor owners, has elected a new Chairman and its choice speaks volumes. Mark Cunliffe-Lister (Lord Masham in some circles) owns the Swinton Estate in Nidderdale. This estate may sound familiar to some readers, and that’s because we’ve had reason to blog about it several times over […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2TvQuaH

Scottish Government denies ‘negotiating’ with gamekeepers on new offences for trap damage

In early May we blogged about a claim made by the Scottish Gamekeepers Association (SGA) that it was ‘negotiating with Government for a new offence to be created for damage to legal predator control tools‘, i.e. traps and snares (see here). [A spring (Fenn) trap set on a log, designed to catch and kill any […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3cGPg3U via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Scottish Government denies ‘negotiating’ with gamekeepers on new offences for trap damage

In early May we blogged about a claim made by the Scottish Gamekeepers Association (SGA) that it was ‘negotiating with Government for a new offence to be created for damage to legal predator control tools‘, i.e. traps and snares (see here). [A spring (Fenn) trap set on a log, designed to catch and kill any […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3cGPg3U

Police warn public as suspected poisoned bait found in Co Tyrone

From the Ulster Herald two days ago: Suspected poison left on bait near Rousky (County Tyrone) THE Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) in Omagh are appealing for information following a report of suspected poison being left on bait in the Crockanboy Road area of Rousky. It is understood that they were notified of the discovery […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3668ddR via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Police warn public as suspected poisoned bait found in Co Tyrone

From the Ulster Herald two days ago: Suspected poison left on bait near Rousky (County Tyrone) THE Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) in Omagh are appealing for information following a report of suspected poison being left on bait in the Crockanboy Road area of Rousky. It is understood that they were notified of the discovery […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3668ddR

Raptor Persecution UK: North Yorkshire Police leads awareness-raising day as raptor persecution crimes soar during lockdown

Further to today’s news that reported raptor persecution crimes have surged during lockdown (see here), North Yorkshire Police has issued the following press release: North Yorkshire Police leads online day of action to raise awareness of raptor persecution Worrying signs that incidents of birds of prey being killed or injured could be on the rise […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2WYyoyH

North Yorkshire Police leads awareness-raising day as raptor persecution crimes soar during lockdown

Further to today’s news that reported raptor persecution crimes have surged during lockdown (see here), North Yorkshire Police has issued the following press release: North Yorkshire Police leads online day of action to raise awareness of raptor persecution Worrying signs that incidents of birds of prey being killed or injured could be on the rise […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2WYyoyH via IFTTT

Police search grouse moors as raptor persecution crimes surge during lockdown

RSPB press release (15 May 2020) Bird of prey persecution crimewave during lockdown The RSPB has received a surge in reports of birds of prey being illegally killed since lockdown began  The majority of incidents have been on or close to sporting estates managed for game bird shooting  The public are being asked to stay vigilant and report crimes against […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2LwzPPL via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Police search grouse moors as raptor persecution crimes surge during lockdown

RSPB press release (15 May 2020) Bird of prey persecution crimewave during lockdown The RSPB has received a surge in reports of birds of prey being illegally killed since lockdown began  The majority of incidents have been on or close to sporting estates managed for game bird shooting  The public are being asked to stay vigilant and report crimes against […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2LwzPPL

Raptor Persecution UK: New Raptor Forensics Fund boosted by Tayside & Fife Raptor Study Group contribution

Last month Wild Justice launched a new fund to help support the police investigate suspected cases of wildlife crime in the UK (see here). More specifically, the fund is being made available to support forensic analyses in cases relating to the illegal persecution of birds of prey, and especially to cover the costs of early […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3dHB4aT

New Raptor Forensics Fund boosted by Tayside & Fife Raptor Study Group contribution

Last month Wild Justice launched a new fund to help support the police investigate suspected cases of wildlife crime in the UK (see here). More specifically, the fund is being made available to support forensic analyses in cases relating to the illegal persecution of birds of prey, and especially to cover the costs of early […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3dHB4aT via IFTTT

SSPCA appeals for information after crow caught in illegal pole trap

Press release from the Scottish SPCA (12 May 2020) Scottish SPCA appeals for information after crow caught in illegal trap The Scottish SPCA has appealed for information after a crow was found caught in an illegal trap in Easthouses Park in Midlothian on 25 April 2020. Scotland’s animal welfare charity was alerted to the incident […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2T1dQoc via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: SSPCA appeals for information after crow caught in illegal pole trap

Press release from the Scottish SPCA (12 May 2020) Scottish SPCA appeals for information after crow caught in illegal trap The Scottish SPCA has appealed for information after a crow was found caught in an illegal trap in Easthouses Park in Midlothian on 25 April 2020. Scotland’s animal welfare charity was alerted to the incident […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2T1dQoc

Raptor Persecution UK: Parliamentary questions on proposed new offences for trap damage

At the beginning of May we blogged about the Scottish Gamekeepers Association’s claims that it was currently ‘negotiating with Government’ for the creation of a new offence relating to trap damage (see here). [A spring (Fenn) trap set on a log, designed to catch and kill any animal that stands on the trigger plate. Gamekeepers […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3csG3f8

Parliamentary questions on proposed new offences for trap damage

At the beginning of May we blogged about the Scottish Gamekeepers Association’s claims that it was currently ‘negotiating with Government’ for the creation of a new offence relating to trap damage (see here). [A spring (Fenn) trap set on a log, designed to catch and kill any animal that stands on the trigger plate. Gamekeepers […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3csG3f8 via IFTTT

North Yorkshire police warn public of potential poisonous baits at Pateley Bridge

North Yorkshire Police are warning the public of potential poisonous baits at Pateley Bridge in Nidderdale following the suspected poisoning of two dogs in April. The following message was emailed to members of the local community last week: This suspected poisoning incident was referred to by the Police in a recent Yorkshire Post article about […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3bowcG7 via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: North Yorkshire police warn public of potential poisonous baits at Pateley Bridge

North Yorkshire Police are warning the public of potential poisonous baits at Pateley Bridge in Nidderdale following the suspected poisoning of two dogs in April. The following message was emailed to members of the local community last week: This suspected poisoning incident was referred to by the Police in a recent Yorkshire Post article about […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3bowcG7

Raptor Persecution UK: Local politician seeks ‘full investigation’ in to mass poisoning of buzzards

Further to yesterday’s blog about the reported illegal poisoning of 23 buzzards in County Cork and the apparent subsequent silence of the investigating authorities (see here), today there’s some encouraging news. Local politician Christopher O’Sullivan TD (Teachta Dala, the equivalent of an MP) in whose constituency the poisoned buzzards were found, has just tweeted the […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2STAQ8x

Local politician seeks ‘full investigation’ in to mass poisoning of buzzards

Further to yesterday’s blog about the reported illegal poisoning of 23 buzzards in County Cork and the apparent subsequent silence of the investigating authorities (see here), today there’s some encouraging news. Local politician Christopher O’Sullivan TD (Teachta Dala, the equivalent of an MP) in whose constituency the poisoned buzzards were found, has just tweeted the […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2STAQ8x via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: 23 buzzards illegally poisoned with Carbofuran in single incident

The Irish Raptor Study Group and BirdWatch Ireland have reported the illegal poisoning of 23 buzzards in a single incident in Co Cork. The following statement has been published by BirdWatch Ireland: Mass poisoning of buzzards in County Cork We have recently learned of the illegal poisoning of 23 Buzzards in County Cork. This incident […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3cioWNj

23 buzzards illegally poisoned with Carbofuran in single incident

The Irish Raptor Study Group and BirdWatch Ireland have reported the illegal poisoning of 23 buzzards in a single incident in Co Cork. The following statement has been published by BirdWatch Ireland: Mass poisoning of buzzards in County Cork We have recently learned of the illegal poisoning of 23 Buzzards in County Cork. This incident […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3cioWNj via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: North Yorkshire Police frustrated at ongoing raptor persecution

Following on from the news that yet another shot raptor has been found in Nidderdale AONB (see here), there’s a topical news feature in today’s Yorkshire Post about the ongoing illegal persecution of birds of prey in North Yorkshire. The article starts off well and focuses on quotes from Inspector Matt Hagen, who leads the […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2SJX6BS

North Yorkshire Police frustrated at ongoing raptor persecution

Following on from the news that yet another shot raptor has been found in Nidderdale AONB (see here), there’s a topical news feature in today’s Yorkshire Post about the ongoing illegal persecution of birds of prey in North Yorkshire. The article starts off well and focuses on quotes from Inspector Matt Hagen, who leads the […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2SJX6BS via IFTTT

Buzzard found shot in Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after the discovery of a shot buzzard in Nidderdale AONB. Press release (7 May 2020): Appeal for information after injured buzzard found near Kirkby Malzeard North Yorkshire Police investigating after incident in which bird appears to have been shot A member of the public was walking on a […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2AaOpKj via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Buzzard found shot in Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after the discovery of a shot buzzard in Nidderdale AONB. Press release (7 May 2020): Appeal for information after injured buzzard found near Kirkby Malzeard North Yorkshire Police investigating after incident in which bird appears to have been shot A member of the public was walking on a […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2AaOpKj

Raptor Persecution UK: Guest blog: Kevin Cumming, project leader Langholm Moor Community Buyout

Earlier today the Langholm Initiative launched its ambitious crowdfunder for the Langholm Moor Community Buyout (blog here, crowdfunder here). Kevin Cumming is leading this brilliant project and has written a guest blog to provide more information: The Langholm Moor Community Buyout: Tackling climate change, ecological restoration and community regeneration My name is Kevin Cumming. I […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2SMf32q

Guest blog: Kevin Cumming, project leader Langholm Moor Community Buyout

Earlier today the Langholm Initiative launched its ambitious crowdfunder for the Langholm Moor Community Buyout (blog here, crowdfunder here). Kevin Cumming is leading this brilliant project and has written a guest blog to provide more information: The Langholm Moor Community Buyout: Tackling climate change, ecological restoration and community regeneration My name is Kevin Cumming. I […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2SMf32q via IFTTT

Interview with Revive campaign manager Max Wiszniewski

Following the launch of Revive’s 2021 manifesto yesterday calling for an end to driven grouse shooting in Scotland (see here), Common Weal, one of the Revive coalition members, has published an interview with Max Wiszniewski, campaign manager for Revive. [Max Wiszniewski, Revive’s campaign manager. Photo courtesy Revive] “Going into next year’s election, [Scotland’s political] parties […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2xGVcdM via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Interview with Revive campaign manager Max Wiszniewski

Following the launch of Revive’s 2021 manifesto yesterday calling for an end to driven grouse shooting in Scotland (see here), Common Weal, one of the Revive coalition members, has published an interview with Max Wiszniewski, campaign manager for Revive. [Max Wiszniewski, Revive’s campaign manager. Photo courtesy Revive] “Going into next year’s election, [Scotland’s political] parties […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2xGVcdM

Langholm Moor community buyout: crowdfunder launched

Last summer a local community got together to investigate the feasibility of buying part of Langholm Moor, to turn it from a knackered grouse moor into a nature reserve for the benefit of everyone, after the Duke of Buccleuch announced his intention to sell (see here and here and here). Plans have just got serious. Press release from the […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3dm23si via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Langholm Moor community buyout: crowdfunder launched

Last summer a local community got together to investigate the feasibility of buying part of Langholm Moor, to turn it from a knackered grouse moor into a nature reserve for the benefit of everyone, after the Duke of Buccleuch announced his intention to sell (see here and here) and here). Plans have just got serious. Press release from […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3dm23si

Raptor Persecution UK: New energy bar producer donating profits to help tackle raptor persecution

‘Outdoor Provisions‘ is a new-ish company producing natural energy bars and it’s teamed up with RSPB Investigations to help raise awareness, and funds, to tackle the ongoing illegal persecution of raptors. The company’s logo features the shape of a generic raptor and it’s selling an enamel pin badge of the same design, with 100% of […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3fwj98X

New energy bar producer donating profits to help tackle raptor persecution

‘Outdoor Provisions‘ is a new-ish company producing natural energy bars and it’s teamed up with RSPB Investigations to help raise awareness, and funds, to tackle the ongoing illegal persecution of raptors. The company’s logo features the shape of a generic raptor and it’s selling an enamel pin badge of the same design, with 100% of […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3fwj98X via IFTTT

Revive coalition launches political manifesto calling for end to driven grouse shooting in Scotland

Press release from Revive, the coalition for grouse moor reform (6 May 2020) REVIVE LAUNCHES 2021 MANIFESTO CALLING FOR AN END TO DRIVEN GROUSE SHOOTING Coalition sets out its political asks one year ahead of Scottish elections Revive, the coalition for grouse moor reform has published its manifesto outlining a number of asks, including an […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2L2tLxZ via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Revive coalition launches political manifesto calling for end to driven grouse shooting in Scotland

Press release from Revive, the coalition for grouse moor reform (6 May 2020) REVIVE LAUNCHES 2021 MANIFESTO CALLING FOR AN END TO DRIVEN GROUSE SHOOTING Coalition sets out its political asks one year ahead of Scottish elections Revive, the coalition for grouse moor reform has published its manifesto outlining a number of asks, including an […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2L2tLxZ

Raptor Persecution UK: Prejudice, ignorance & pride are key drivers of gamekeepers’ desire to kill predators

When the full extent of the wildlife crimes committed by Scottish gamekeeper Alan Wilson was revealed last year (see here), it inevitably led to questions by most reasonable people about his motivation. These questions weren’t restricted to the issue of illegal persecution; they also led to more general discussions about the legal killing of wildlife […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/35A4Yej

Prejudice, ignorance & pride are key drivers of gamekeepers’ desire to kill predators

When the full extent of the wildlife crimes committed by Scottish gamekeeper Alan Wilson was revealed last year (see here), it inevitably led to questions by most reasonable people about his motivation. These questions weren’t restricted to the issue of illegal persecution; they also led to more general discussions about the legal killing of wildlife […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/35A4Yej via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Birds of prey still being killed despite lockdown

Since lockdown began in March there’s been widespread concern that the illegal persecution of birds of prey would escalate, especially on grouse moors (e.g. see here) where fewer people are around to witness the crimes and/or the aftermath. The UK’s grouse moors have been the epicentre of raptor persecution crimes for years; Mark Avery astutely […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/2YyjsKa

Birds of prey still being killed despite lockdown

Since lockdown began in March there’s been widespread concern that the illegal persecution of birds of prey would escalate, especially on grouse moors (e.g. see here) where fewer people are around to witness the crimes and/or the aftermath. The UK’s grouse moors have been the epicentre of raptor persecution crimes for years; Mark Avery astutely […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/2YyjsKa via IFTTT

Raptor Persecution UK: Scottish Gamekeepers Association ‘negotiating with Government’ for new offence of trap damage

News emerged this week, via the Scottish Gamekeepers Association’s (SGA) e-newsletter for members that it is currently ‘negotiating with Government’ for the creation of a new offence relating to trap damage: This is really quite interesting. The SGA, with others, has been arguing for several years that legally-set traps have been ‘tampered with’ or damaged […] RaptorPersecutionUK https://ift.tt/3aW5cNO

Scottish Gamekeepers Association ‘negotiating with Government’ for new offence of trap damage

News emerged this week, via the Scottish Gamekeepers Association’s (SGA) e-newsletter for members that it is currently ‘negotiating with Government’ for the creation of a new offence relating to trap damage: This is really quite interesting. The SGA, with others, has been arguing for several years that legally-set traps have been ‘tampered with’ or damaged […] from Raptor Persecution UK https://ift.tt/3aW5cNO via IFTTT