Conservation of wild birds

The Council was informed of progress on the proposal amending Directive 79/409/EEC on the conservation of wild birds. The purpose of the proposal is to define the discretion Member States have to determine the dates during which migratory species can be hunted, with full regard for the principle of wise use. The Permanent Representatives Committee will continue examining this dossier, in the light of the opinion awaited from the European Parliament, with a view to a rapid conclusion.