Written Question · S7W-03611 · Session 7
In light of the UK Government's call for evidence on the impacts of the rearing, releasing and shooting of gamebirds on wildlife, the envir…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the UK Government's call for evidence on the impacts of the rearing, releasing and shooting of gamebirds on wildlife, the environment and animal welfare, what plans it has to join in with any future consultation on the issue by DEFRA.
The answer
The Scottish Government is pleased to note the UK Government’s call for evidence on gamebirds. We have a Programme for Government Commitment to consult on phasing out cages for gamebirds and will consider carefully any future policy proposals from Defra before deciding whether to consult jointly on the issue.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-03611 by reference.