Scotland denies rumored plans to ban cats

Scotland denies rumored plans to ban cats after commission suggests restricting feline ownership to protect birds
An idependent report recommended the Scottish government place “restrictions” on cat ownership in specific rural areas frequented by endangered or at-risk bird species.
Cats won’t be banned in Scotland, the government confirms
The Scottish government wants everyone to know it does not plan to ban cats. First Minister John Swinney was forced to issue the statement after a report by independent experts branded felines a threat to Scotland’s wildlife.
Scotland's government denies it plans to ban cats
The country's first minister was forced to issue the statement after a report branded felines a threat to Scotland’s wildlife and suggested “containment” measures be considered.
Relax, Whiskers. Scotland is not banning cats
The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission estimates that domestic felines annually kill at least 27 million animals in the UK.
Cats won't be banned in Scotland, the government confirms
Cats are great pets for all sorts of reasons, whether it’s providing companionship for elderly people or those living alone, comfort for people with health conditions or help
No, Scotland Isn't Planning To Ban Cats To Protect Wildlife
First Minister John Swinney issued the statement after a report by independent experts suggested felines be contained to reduce threats to local wildlife.
Does Scotland really plan to ban cats? Government forced to issue statement
The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission said cats kill at least 700 million birds and other animals each year in the U.K.
Exasperated Swinney forced to deny he plans to ban cat ownership in Scotland
John Swinney had to issue a statement over the matter after a report from independent experts branded cats as a threat to Scotland’s wildlife. It suggested the government take drastic measures including keeping cats locked inside - and even banning ownership altogether.

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