Cat ban could be tabled in Scotland

Cat ban could be tabled in Scotland as ministers urged to investigate pets' risk to wildlife
It has been estimated that cats across the UK bring home tens of millions of animals each year - including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
Cats could be banned in Scotland as SNP ministers set to review new report
The report advised the Scottish Government that domestic cats should be subject to restrictions in some areas.
'No cat ban in Scotland', John Swinney confirms
The first minister rules out the idea after experts suggest ways to reduce the impact domestic cats have on wildlife.
Purrfect! Scotland has no plans to ban cats, leader says
Scotland is not planning to ban cats, the leader of the devolved government insisted Monday, after welfare experts gave ministers pause for thought in a new report.
Cats in Scotland could be BANNED under strict new wildlife plans to protect birds
Households in Scotland could be prohibited from owning cats as part of new plans aimed at protecting the country’s wildlife. A report by the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission (SAWC) - ordered by the Scottish Government - states that cats are wreaking havoc on the local population of mammals and birds.
SNP considering banning cats from going outside in Scotland
The SNP are considering banning domestic cats in a bid to protect wild animals, it has been reported. Under new proposals owners could be ordered to keep moggies indoors or even be stopped from owning a feline altogether in some areas.
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Scotland insists ‘no cat ban’ as report sparks ‘panic’ among pet owners
Reaction to a report into the impact of cats in Scotland on the country's wildlife has caused anger among charities.
Ireland hope Hansen and Belham could play Scotland
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