SCOTTISH Government plans to end closed seasons for male deer will allow for the year-round “indiscriminate killing” and their “uncontrolled…
The move is to be considered by members of the Scottish Parliament’s Rural Affairs Committee after MSPs return toMountain insisted: “After 40 years of managing deer, I cannot support the Scottish Government’s proposals to remove the closed seasons on all male deer.
He claimed the current closed season, when culling is not generally permitted, is “serving Scotland well” and is “effective at protecting the welfare of the deer population”. However, Mountain said if there is a need to shoot deer during the closed season, the existing licensing scheme could allow for this where “culling is justified”.GERS: Kate Forbes calls out 'mistruths' from pro-UK think tank boss
“I would prefer to see them put more boots on the ground and collaborate more with land managers, focusing their efforts on protecting the fit and healthy male deer.Last year, Forestry and Land ScotlandREAD MORE:Mike Daniels, head of policy at the John Muir Trust conservation charity, and deputy convener of the Link Deer Group, welcomed the Government proposals.
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