Derogation to the Wildlife Act 2019 -20

cookimonster

I normally post this every year, mainly for informative purposes, so that individuals know were to look when in doubt as to the legality of wild bird shooting.

Under the terms of the EU Birds Directive, all EU member States, including Ireland, are bound to take measures to protect all wild birds and their habitats. The Directive allows member States to make derogations from its protective measures where certain wild bird species are causing damage to crops, livestock and fauna or represent a threat to public health or safety or to air safety. 

The Minister has signed a State-wide Declaration for the 12 month period from 1st May 2019 to 30th April 2020.   A separate countrywide Declaration was signed in respect of air safety. PDF versions of these Declarations can be downloaded below.


https://www.npws.ie/legislation/irish-law/eu-birds-directive-derogations

This year it is even more relevant due to the debacle happening across the water.

Cass

Good man, stickied to top of forum so it's easily found.