Restriction of lead in outdoor shooting: David Scallan, European Federation for Hunting and Conservation (FACE)
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Lead has been used in ammunition for hunting and sports shooting and in fishing tackle for centuries. It is estimated that each year around 100 000 tonnes of lead is dispersed into the EU environment from these uses. The European Chemicals Agency has looked into the possible risks from these uses to wildlife, livestock, the environment, and human health. It concluded that there are risks that are not adequately controlled and need to be addressed at the EU level. We interviewed representatives from different organisations during an event organised by ECHA where stakeholders shared their views on a potential restriction on the use of lead in ammunition for hunting and sports shooting. We met with Dr. David Scallan from the European Federation for Hunting and Conservation to hear their views on the restriction. FACE represents 7 million hunters in Europe. Watch our documentary video on the topic More Lead in shots, bullets, and fishing weights: what is the EU doing?-------------------- Disclaimer: Views expressed by interviewees do not necessarily represent the official position of the European Chemicals Agency. All content is up to date at the time of publication.
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