Cat ban could be tabled in Scotland

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.
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.
'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.
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.
Scotland has no plans to ban cats, first minister says
Scottish Animal Welfare Commission had called for containment zones with restrictions on cats but John Swinney said no ban planned Scotland is not planning to ban cats, the leader of the devolved government insisted on Monday,
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.
Scenic loch becomes magnet for Scotland's plastic waste
One of Scotland's biggest plastic problems, the Arrochar litter sink, sits at the head of the scenic loch.
Scotland produces brilliant backline moments to subdue Italy in Six Nations
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Full list of Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches closing in February
His website said: "As of January 2025, Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers can use branches across any of the ...
Ex-Scotland captain Wainwright to take on fresh challenge for Doddie Aid
Doddie’s Grand Tour 2025 will begin at Dublin’s Guinness Storehouse this week, ending at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh at ...
'Scotland's assisted dying Bill has been a long time coming'
The voices of terminally ill Scots “must be heard loud and clear” as Holyrood considers legislation that would permit assisted dying, the ...
Six Nations: Ireland impresses, France steamrolls Wales and Scotland survives in Round 1
Ireland began its three-peat bid by blowing away England during 30-plus minutes of controlled aggression in the second half ...
8 activities to do under the stars in Scotland
Adventure doesn’t stop after dark in Scotland, from twilight kayaking along the River Tay to pitch-black bungee jumps in the ...
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Liver cancer test pledges unfunded in Scotland, charity says
TESTING for a rare form of liver cancer is unfunded and falling short in Scotland, a charity has warned. Charity APPR, which specialises in cholangiocarcinoma, has warned of a postcode lottery as the ...
Winners and losers in £200m Creative Scotland funding deal
The public body that supports the arts and creative industries in Scotland has revealed which applicants will receive ...
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Glenmorangie Highland launches Once Upon a Time in Scotland campaign starring Harrison Ford: All to know
Film legend Harrison Ford is the star of a new worldwide ad-campaign for Glenmorangie Highland single malt Scotch whiskey.