Trophy Bill in Lords but a glimmer of hope

A three-year 'impact report' on trophy hunting may highlight the vital role it plays in nurturing some of the world's most endangered species

- Emily Damment

The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill had its second reading in the House of Lords as Shooting Times went to press last Friday. Next, the Bill goes to the committee stage when tabled amendments are debated.

With support from across the House and the Government, it was not expected that the Bill would be voted out at this point. However, there are several amendments tabled that seek to prevent the potentially catastrophic effects the new legislation could have on hunting-led conservation abroad.