The Eurasian or northern lynx, Lynx lynx, is native to Britain. Previously thought to have become … [Read more...] about Mammal Society Position Statement on the Reintroduction of the lynx to Britain
Position Statements
As part of our role to advocate sustainable policy development that supports mammal conservation, we issue clear statements that describe our position on some of the issues mammals face or on announcements of new or changing regional or national policy that affects mammals and efforts to conserve them. Drawing upon members' expertise, we use science-led evidence to advise on issues including culling, re-introductions, disease, non-native species and human conflicts.
We also campaign directly to decision makers as part of the Wildlife & Countryside LINK partnership.
Mammal Society joins appeal to safeguard of mountain hare populations in Scotland
The Mammal Society has joined a coalition of ten environmental and outdoor organisations calling for … [Read more...] about Mammal Society joins appeal to safeguard of mountain hare populations in Scotland
Position statement: Badgers and Bovine Tuberculosis
A more up-to-date statement on badgers and bovine tuberculosis is now available and can be found … [Read more...] about Position statement: Badgers and Bovine Tuberculosis
Position statement: Red squirrel introduction to the Isle of Man
June 2016 Position Statement on the proposed introduction of red squirrels to the Isle of Man and … [Read more...] about Position statement: Red squirrel introduction to the Isle of Man
Response to DEFRA’s consultation on relaxing the rules for badger culling
A more up-to-date statement on badgers and bovine tuberculosis is now available and can be found … [Read more...] about Response to DEFRA’s consultation on relaxing the rules for badger culling
Position statement: Beaver reintroduction
2015 Position European beavers were present in the UK until the 16th century. Two populations in … [Read more...] about Position statement: Beaver reintroduction
The Mammal Society position statement on the potential repeal of the ban on hunting with dogs in Britain
June 2015 It is often suggested that hunting foxes with dogs is both a legitimate country sport and … [Read more...] about The Mammal Society position statement on the potential repeal of the ban on hunting with dogs in Britain
Position statement: Re-establishment of Wild Boar in Britain
March 2015 After an absence of up to 700 years, wild boar Sus scrofa have re-established in a … [Read more...] about Position statement: Re-establishment of Wild Boar in Britain
Response to the Public Consultation: Controlling the Spread of BTb in High Incidence Areas in England: Badger Culling
A more up-to-date statement on badgers and bovine tuberculosis is now available and can be found … [Read more...] about Response to the Public Consultation: Controlling the Spread of BTb in High Incidence Areas in England: Badger Culling
Hedgehogs on the Uists
2007 The Mammal Society regrets the introduction of hedgehogs to the Uists, their release on … [Read more...] about Hedgehogs on the Uists
