§ Lord Swinfenasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they will introduce a close season for wild boar. [HL2201]
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Lord Whitty)We have no immediate plans to introduce a close season for wild boar, although we are keeping this position under review.
§ Lord Swinfenasked Her Majesty's Government:
With what weapons it is legal to kill wild boar. [HL2202]
§ Lord WhittyThere are no specific legal restrictions governing the use of weapons to kill wild boar, but the use of bows, crossbows and any explosives other than ammunition for a firearm to kill any wild animal is prohibited (Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 Section 11(1)).
§ Lord Swinfenasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether wild boar are game or vermin. [HL2203]
§ Lord WhittyWild boar are not specifically defined as game or vermin under any legislation.