In this episode of We, The Hunters, FACE Secretary General Dr David Scallan joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on some of the most important challenges facing hunting, biodiversity conservation and wildlife management in Europe today.

Key topics include:

• Lead ammunition restrictions
• Hunting dogs and animal welfare legislation
• Birds and biodiversity conservation
• Science-based wildlife management
• European policymaking and decision-making

One message from this conversation is clear: effective conservation is undermined when decisions are driven more by ideology than by science. If we want wildlife populations and habitats to thrive, conservation policies must be grounded in evidence, practical experience and measurable outcomes.

From debates on lead ammunition and broader biodiversity strategies, to the regulation of hunting dogs and the future of sustainable use, Dr Scallan explains why science-based decision-making matters more than ever.

The discussion also addresses a fundamental question that is often overlooked in modern conservation debates: if species and habitats are to be protected in the long term, how do we ensure they continue to have value for society, rural communities and future generations?