Farm groups 'disappointed' as Welsh Gov announces protection for European beavers

The Farmers' Union of Wales said Welsh Government had failed to address its concerns

Alex Black
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Farm groups 'disappointed' as Welsh Gov announces protection for European beavers

The Welsh Government has announced it will extend European Protected Species status to European beavers, making it illegal to deliberately harm them or damage their habitats. The legislative changes...

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