DWT response to Government update on badger culling
DWT response to Government update on badger culling and welcomes the news of a transition from culling to vaccinating badger
DWT response to Government update on badger culling and welcomes the news of a transition from culling to vaccinating badger
Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is shocked and saddened to hear the announcement that the areas where badger culling will take place in Dorset this year will be substantially increased.
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