About: hunting

Environmental law expert: Detecting environmental crime is quite a problem

Water pollution, illegally dumped waste – crimes against the environment are difficult to trace back and prosecute properly. A recent report shows the magnitude and costs of this problem. EURACTIV Germany reports.

Are we crying wolf? A European tale of farmers vs. nature

Wolves have made a comeback in Europe, and politicians struggle to find the balance between nature and farmers. But some cry wolf.

EU to tighten guns rules despite concern it will restrict hunters, collectors

European Union governments should agree tighter gun control laws on Friday (10 June) in the wake of Islamist shooting attacks in France and Belgium, despite opposition from some states which say they will hurt only law-abiding enthusiasts.

New Commission proposal is good for seal protection

The EU must uphold its ban on seal products and not bow to hunting lobbies, writes David Martin.

Referendum fails to put end to Maltese bird hunting tradition

Thousands of Maltese hunters took to the streets to in celebration yesterday (12 April) after narrowly winning a referendum on the controversial tradition of spring hunting, in which migrating birds are killed before they can breed.