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Gamebird Call for Evidence

03 September 2026

Proposing MP
Jenny Riddell-Carpenter Lab
Suffolk Coastal
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
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TAGS
Agriculture & Rural Affairs Climate Environment

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement announces the launch of a Call for Evidence on gamebird rearing, release, and shooting in England.

Action Requested

A Call for Evidence will launch on 4 September 2026 to gather information on the impacts of gamebird rearing, release, and shooting, and will be open for responses until 1 November 2026.

Key Facts

  • The Call for Evidence will launch on 4 September 2026.
  • The Call for Evidence will be open for responses until 1 November 2026.
  • The Call for Evidence will consider the rearing of gamebirds, release of reared birds from captivity, associated shooting, and land management activities.
  • The Call for Evidence will seek evidence on biodiversity, protected sites and habitats, biosecurity and disease, bird of prey crime, animal welfare, use of natural resources, and other relevant environmental or social impacts.
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