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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Friday, 12 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. A substantive answer was provided by Nick Smith (Labour) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026 on behalf of the House of Commons Commission.

Palace of Westminster: Falcons

Question

To ask the hon. Member for Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney, representing the House of Commons Commission, what steps the Commission is taking to ensure the protection of peregrine falcons nesting in the Palace of Westminster.

Answer

Parliament complies with the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, working through the Schedule 1 licence holder for peregrine falcons in close liaison with Natural England to ensure adherence to legal requirements relating to breeding and disturbance. The licence holder also works with those undertaking building activity across the Parliamentary Estate.

All works have been reviewed by the licence holder and Natural England and, where required, mitigation measures have been implemented to prevent disturbance.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
9451
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Conservation Palace of Westminster Falcons
Link
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