Scottish Statutory Instrument 2012 Scotland

Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (Variation of Schedule 9) (Scotland) Order 2012

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Citation, commencement and interpretation

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Prohibition on releasing certain animals

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Prohibition on keeping invasive animals

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Notification requirements in relation to the presence of invasive animals

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Revocation

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Law on non-native species in Scotland | NatureScot (opens in a new tab) from NatureScot Detailed Guidance

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NatureScot

Scotland's nature agency. Advises government, manages protected areas, licenses activities affecting wildlife. Formerly Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).