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As a land owner, occupier or authorised person, use this general licence to kill or take certain species of wild birds to conserve wild birds, flora or fauna of conservation concern.
Get advice from Natural England to help you comply with laws that protect wildlife and the natural environment.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the supplement for use of individual tree-shelters item.
How to assess a planning application when there are wild birds on or near a proposed development site.
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How to assess a planning application when there are water voles on or near a proposed development site.
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Follow the code and guidance if you’re considering a species reintroduction or other conservation translocation. Use the forms to record your project and apply for a conservation translocation licence.
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Find out about eligibility and requirements for the rabbit fencing supplement.
Find out if you can legally drive across common land or town and village greens to access your property.
When you need a licence, when you can burn and how to burn safely.
How to stop harmful weeds spreading onto land used for grazing livestock or growing crops, how to dispose of them and how to report them if they’ve spread.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the create 2-zone rides in woodland item.
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