PolicyThursday, October 8, 2026BirdLife
Lead gunshot will finally be banned across the EU – ending the largest remaining source of lead pollution from hunting and shooting
The European Parliament has approved an EU-wide ban on lead gunshot, marking a significant milestone in reducing lead pollution from hunting and shooting, following extensive scientific research and advocacy efforts by organizations such as BirdLife. This initiative addresses a major environmental concern and aims to protect wildlife and human health.
