Scotland has no plans to ban cats, 1st minister says

Facing a flap over cats, Scotland’s government denies it plans to ban felines
The Scottish government wants everyone to know it does not plan to ban cats. First Minister John Swinney was forced to issue the statement after a report by independent experts branded felines a threat to Scotland’s wildlife.
Scotland's government denies it plans to ban cats
The country's first minister was forced to issue the statement after a report branded felines a threat to Scotland’s wildlife and suggested “containment” measures be considered.
'No cat ban in Scotland', John Swinney confirms
The first minister rules out the idea after experts suggest ways to reduce the impact domestic cats have on wildlife.
Scotland's Cat Controversy: Government Denies Ban
The Scottish government clarified it has no plans to ban cats following a report suggesting cats pose a threat to wildlife. The report proposed 'containment' methods, sparking backlash. First Minister John Swinney assured the public there will be no cat ban,
Scottish government gives update on reports cats could be banned
Scottish ministers are being urged to order a report into cats' impact on wildlife which could see pets banned from areas where endangered species live.
SNP considering banning cats from going outside in Scotland
The SNP are considering banning domestic cats in a bid to protect wild animals, it has been reported. Under new proposals owners could be ordered to keep moggies indoors or even be stopped from owning a feline altogether in some areas.
Does Scotland actually want to ban cats?
An SNP report about cat ownership has produced a flurry of headlines over an approaching “cat ban” in Scotland. But is it true?
'Under no circumstances' will cats be banned, says Scottish government amid call to explore containment zones
The Scottish government has said it will under no circumstances be banning cats after being urged to order a report to explore potential containment zones in a bid to protect vulnerable wildlife.
SNP to consider banning cats
Owners could be forced to keep pets indoors or, in some cases, prohibited from owning them, to protect wild animals
No, Scotland Isn't Planning To Ban Cats To Protect Wildlife
First Minister John Swinney issued the statement after a report by independent experts suggested felines be contained to reduce threats to local wildlife.
Cats won’t be banned in Scotland, the government confirms
The Scottish government does not plan to ban cats. This clarification came after a critical report had feline lovers concerned.
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