On Tuesday 7th September 2010 a cross party committee of the Scottish Government will hold an open meeting on the proposed Wildlife and Natural Environment Bill at 1.30 p.m. in the Buccleuch Centre, Langholm
One of the subjects under discussion will be the question of licenses for managing wild animals.I intend to attend the meeting and if given the opportunity will speak on the question of licenses to manage sparrow hawks around pigeon lofts.So far as I know no local authority has yet issued such a licence.Solway Federation members are reminded that I undertake these tasks on behalf of the Federation and pigeon fanciers in general and any support at the meeting would be appreciated.
Walter Swanston
President Solway Federation