Overview

This bill aims to completely ban the import of hunting trophies into Great Britain. The ban covers trophies from animals listed in specific international wildlife protection regulations and applies to trophies brought in by the hunter themselves.

Description

The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill makes it illegal to bring hunting trophies into Great Britain under specific circumstances. These circumstances include:

• The trophy is from an animal listed in Annex A or B of the Principal Wildlife Trade Regulation (Council Regulation (EC) No. 338/97).
• The trophy is brought in by or on behalf of the hunter.
• The trophy is being transferred from the hunting location to the hunter's residence.
• The animal was hunted after the bill comes into effect.

“Hunting trophy” is defined as the body or a readily recognizable part of an animal obtained through hunting for the hunter’s personal use (excluding consumption), regardless of processing. The bill clarifies that bringing a trophy into Great Britain includes importing it into the UK or moving it from Northern Ireland to Great Britain. Exceptions are made for what are defined as "qualifying Northern Ireland goods" as per the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018. A new Advisory Board on Hunting Trophies will be established to advise the Secretary of State on matters related to the Act and endangered species.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't specify direct government spending figures. However, costs will be incurred in establishing and maintaining the Advisory Board and enforcing the import ban through customs and other agencies. There is no readily available estimate of these costs.

Groups Affected

• Hunters: Will be significantly affected by the prohibition on importing trophies.
• Wildlife conservation organizations: May experience both positive (reduced demand for hunting trophies) and negative (potential impact on funding sources dependent on trophy hunting) effects.
• Customs and Border Agencies: Will be responsible for enforcing the ban, requiring additional resources and training.
• Taxidermists and related businesses: May experience a decline in business due to reduced demand for trophy preparation services.

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