Hares (Close Season) Bill [HL]
In progressCurrently at: 2nd reading in the Lords.
Originated in LordsUpdated 22 July 2026
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Long title
A Bill to establish a close season, from the start of February to the end of September, during which the killing or taking of brown hares is prohibited; protect mountain hares; repeal the seasonal prohibition of the sale of hares in the Hares Preservation Act 1892; and for connected purposes.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading· Lords
21 July 2026 – 21 July 2026
- 2nd reading· Lords
Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 4278.