RAE GELLEL: ‘The New Invasive Species Order, legislation introduced by the U.K.’s Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, criminalises the rescue of non-native species. Previously, the rehabilitation and release of injured or orphaned non-native animals, such as grey squirrels and muntjac deer, was allowed in limited numbers through a licensing system. Rescue centres were … Continue reading New U.K. Legislation Makes Compassion for Animals a Crime