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Pathway Action Plans for invasive non-native species in Great Britain

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Detail of feedback received

Thank you to everyone who took part in this consultation.

We received 66 responses from a range of individuals, non-governmental organisations, public bodies, sector trade bodies and membership organisations. Of these responses, 57 were submitted through the Citizen Space portal, 8 by email and 1 by letter.

We are currently finalising the summary of responses and government response, which will be published by the end of 2025. We appreciate your patience.

Summary

This consultation is inviting views on draft Pathway Action Plans (PAPs) which target the priority introduction routes of invasive non-native species (INNS) into Great Britain.

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Consultation description

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), the Scottish Government and Welsh Government want to know your views on draft Pathway Action Plans (PAPs) for invasive non-native species (INNS) in Great Britain. 

Pathways are ways INNS can be introduced and spread. We have identified 5 priority pathways as:

  • recreational boating
  • angling
  • horticulture
  • zoos and aquaria
  • pets

The PAPs we have developed provide best practice guidance. The implementation of the plans will target the risks of introduction and spread associated with these priority pathways.

Your responses will help us publish comprehensive finalised PAPs aimed at preventing or minimising these risks.

You can read the Welsh version of this information.

Updates to this page

Published 23 June 2025
Last updated 14 November 2025 show all updates
  1. We received 66 responses from a range of individuals, non-governmental organisations, public bodies, sector trade bodies, and membership organisations. Of these responses, 57 were submitted through the Citizen Space portal, 8 by email and 1 by letter.

  2. First published.

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