Brown Hare (Protection) Bill

A Bill to make provision for a close season for the hunting of the brown hare; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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This Bill would introduce a close season for hunting brown hares, meaning hunting would be illegal during a defined period to protect hare populations. It includes related provisions to support and enforce the close season. It is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons and originated in the Commons (first reading in 2014).

Key Points

Creates a close season for hunting the brown hare
Includes connected provisions to support the close season
Currently at the second reading in the Commons (originating in the Commons; first reading in 2014)

Who is affected?

Hunters who hunt brown haresLandowners and land managers where brown hares liveWildlife and conservation organisationsLocal communities and the general public with an interest in hare protection

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

18 Mar 2014

2nd readingCommons

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

1st readingLords

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3rd readingLords

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Brown Hare (Protection)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.