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New fenced/walled boundaries of a house must contain a suitable gap for mammals.
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32 signatures
What the petition asks
With wildlife struggling in the urbanisation of their territory. Small mammals, such as hedgehogs need the help from us. Therefore, (with professional guidance) at the bottom of a wall/wooden or metal fence, a gap must be available and written into building regulations, so that wildlife can thrive.
Http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/feb/07/hedgehog-numbers-plummet-by-half-in-uk-countryside-since-2000
Above although makes out to be optimistic, clearly states that there's been a massive impact on these creatures.
The removal of hedgerows has also had an impact, which could be rectified by planting hedges around the outside parameters of children's play parks.
Above although makes out to be optimistic, clearly states that there's been a massive impact on these creatures.
The removal of hedgerows has also had an impact, which could be rectified by planting hedges around the outside parameters of children's play parks.
Timeline
| 8 May 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Nov 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
32
Status
Closed
Opened
8 May 2019
Closed
6 Nov 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.