PolicyWednesday, February 25, 2026BirdLife
EU decision-makers ignore call of 60,000+ citizens to completely ban lead ammunition
Over 60,000 citizens urged EU decision-makers to implement a complete ban on lead ammunition, yet the new Commission proposal has opted to exclude lead bullets from any restrictions. This decision highlights the ongoing tensions between public health advocates and policy-makers regarding the regulation of hazardous materials in hunting and shooting sports.
