Bogweevil
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Archived Petition: Repeal the archaic Weeds Act 1959 to benefit pollinators and wider biodiversity.
This Act drives destruction of native wildflower species so essential to the survival of pollinators & other wildlife. Plants targeted by the Act include common & creeping thistle - both rich sources of nectar, ragwort with its 177 pollinators & dock an important food plant for many insects.
petition.parliament.uk
Repeal the archaic Weeds Act 1959 to benefit pollinators and wider biodiversity.
This Act drives destruction of native wildflower species so essential to the survival of pollinators & other wildlife. Plants targeted by the Act include common & creeping thistle - both rich sources of nectar, ragwort with its 177 pollinators & dock an important food plant for many insects.
Has this act ever actually been used?