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£75 Million Boost from Shooting Sparks Regulatory Debate in Wales
10/4/2025
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Story summary
- The British Association of Shooting and Conservation reports shooting adds £75 million to Wales' economy and supports 2,400 jobs.
- Campaigners demand stricter regulations on gamebird releases, while a licensing system remains stalled with no decision since 2022.
- RSPB Cymru says gamebird numbers are 'unsustainable' and risk harming rare species. Farmers fear tighter rules could hurt rural economies.
