Wales plans new law to protect seals from being disturbed:
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Wales considers law against seal disturbanceThe Welsh Government seeks responses by October 19 on seal protection and a closed season for hares.
Key FactsSep 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The proposal would make intentional or reckless disturbance of seals an offence across Wales.
- A 1970 law protects seals in certain circumstances, but Wales currently lacks a specific offence for disturbing them.
- The consultation lists kayaking, paddleboarding, coasteering, wildlife photography, recreational boating, and drones as activities increasing disturbance potential.
- Additionally, a closed season would prohibit intentionally or recklessly killing, injuring, or taking hares during their breeding season.
Whilst these proposals concern different species and different environments, they are united by a common objective: reducing avoidable harm to wild animals and ensuring Wales continues its proud tradition of maintaining high standards of animal welfare.— Llyr Gruffydd, Rural affairs minister, in the Welsh Government's consultation documentation on proposed wildlife protection measures
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