Monthly Archives: Nov 2019

Where are our priorities when it comes to wildlife crime and persecution?

Today, (29 November 2019) the National Wildlife Crime Enforcers Conference is taking place in Milton Keynes, hosted by the National Wildlife Crime Unit. I was shocked to learn that fox hunting is not even on the priority list when it comes to law enforcement and tackling wildlife crime, despite it being an activity with one of the highest levels of

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“The unspeakable in full pursuit of the uneatable…”

Oscar Wilde Oscar Wilde was spot on with his assessment of fox hunting. The people from the Warwickshire Hunt, who I had the misfortune to meet recently, are definitely the unspeakable. Their behaviour during our time observing this hunt in action was appalling from start finish. As well as trying to cover up their bloodlust with lies, they also exhibited

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Wildlife conservation has never been more critical…

Like many others, I find myself becoming increasingly saddened and concerned about the war (and let’s be clear, that is what it is) being waged on our habitats, ecosystems, wildlife and biodiversity. This blog site is a vehicle where these concerns can be discussed and debated. I wear various professional hats and I’m active in numerous forums, but this is

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