General Licences
General Licences cover certain types of activity relating to birds, such as preserving public health or air safety, and preventing the spread of disease. These are not issued to individuals, but may be relied on by individuals authorised to undertake the specific activity.
It is essential to comply fully with all terms and conditions while operating under a Geneal Licence to ensure you are acting lawfully.
Application form and guidance notes for bird species not included in General Licences:
Cage traps and Larsen traps used under General Licences 1,2,3 and 4 must carry a tag or sign displaying a code which can be obtained by contacting your local Police Wildlife Crime Officer.