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The licences you must have to import animal pathogens or carriers to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).
We give statutory advice to ministers on the risks to human health and the environment from the release of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). ACRE is an advisory non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs...
Government to allow reintroduction of beavers into the wild after centuries of absence in a huge boost for nature conservation
What you need to do if you find, own or look after a listed invasive non-native (alien) animal in England and Wales.
You may need a licence if you can’t avoid disturbing protected birds and animals to survey, film or photograph them.
What you need to do to export live animals from the UK.
Find out when you must charge a minimum of 10 pence for single-use carrier bags, bags you're not required to charge for and the records you must keep and submit.
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