Hares Preservation Bill

A Bill to prohibit the killing or taking of hares during the breeding season; to repeal the Hares Preservation Act 1892; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

If passed, the Hares Preservation Bill would make it illegal to kill or take hares during their breeding season. It would repeal the Hares Preservation Act 1892 and introduce related measures to protect hares.

Key Points

Prohibits killing or taking hares during the breeding season
Repeals the Hares Preservation Act 1892 and replaces it with new protection provisions
Includes related and connected measures to support hare conservation and enforcement

Who is affected?

Hunters and gamekeepers who hunt haresLandowners and farmers with hare populations on their landWildlife and conservation organisations and researchersRural communities and people who enjoy countryside wildlife

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Hares Preservation

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.

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