Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban all types of wire snares
Closed
204 signatures
What the petition asks
We think snares are cruel, outdated traps that cause immense suffering to wildlife and pets. They can be indiscriminate, sometimes catching non-target animals, including protected species. We think the government should ban the use, sale and possession of animal snares to prevent unnecessary harm.
Timeline
| 30 Jul 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 30 Jan 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
204
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
30 Jul 2025
Closed
30 Jan 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 8 Aug 2026.