New Developments in European Firearms Policy
At the end of February, the European Commission presented a new directive to combat the illegal manufacturing and trafficking of firearms....
02 April, 2026
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European Parliament supports wildlife management principles
On 10 March 2026, the European Parliament adopted a report on fisheries management ...
02 April, 2026
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The Wolf in Paris: FNC and FACE attend conference on the cultural and political place of wolves in Europe
At the invitation of the Association of Large Game Hunters of Île-de-France and the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC)...
02 April, 2026
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Hunters from Lombardy (Italy) visit the European Parliament
During the March plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEP Mantovani (Italy, ECR) ...
02 April, 2026
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Animal Health – March Updates
Europe’s animal health policy has evolved over decades to combat animal diseases...
02 April, 2026
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How hunters support wildlife health through salt licks
Wild animals such as roe deer need a variety of minerals to maintain their health and normal body functions....
27 March, 2026
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FACE Statement on the Assault of HVV President Rudi Van Decraen
FACE expresses its full support for Hubertus Vereniging Vlaanderen (HVV) President Rudi Van Decraen ...
05 March, 2026
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Survival Is Not Guaranteed. Roe Deer, Lynx and the Balance of Nature. Europe’s Wildlife Files #8
Europe’s wild landscapes, survival is never certain...
02 March, 2026
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🎯 Fighting the Good Fight for Hunting| Laurens Hoedemakers & David Scallan on FACE Priorities
How does FACE represent 7 million hunters across Europe? ...
27 February, 2026
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The FACE Report is Out – Read Our February Update!
Your monthly update on Europe's political and hunting agenda...
24 February, 2026
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Cyprus takes over EU Presidency
On 20 February 2026, a meeting of the FACE Central Region took place in Salzburg, Austria...
24 February, 2026
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FACE Central Region Meeting – Salzburg
On 20 February 2026, a meeting of the FACE Central Region took place in Salzburg, Austria...
24 February, 2026
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Upcoming “Stress Test” for the Birds and Habitats Directives
The EU Birds Directive is a foundational piece of EU law on bird conservation and sustainable hunting...
24 February, 2026
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Lead in ammunition: Latest EU developments
This week, on 25–26 February 2026, the EU REACH Committee meets again to continue discussions on the European Commission’s proposal ...
24 February, 2026
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Commission kicks off implementation dialogue on EU environmental directives
Looking more broadly at EU environmental law, the European Commission is engaging with stakeholders...
24 February, 2026
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European progress towards the Global Biodiversity Framework
On 12 February, the European Commission published the 7th National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) on progress ...
24 February, 2026
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European Parliament Petitions Committee visit to Cabañeros National Park
From 16–18 February, Members of the European Parliament’s Committee on Petitions (PETI) visited Cabañeros National Park (Spain) ...
24 February, 2026
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Animal Health – February Updates
Europe’s animal health policy has evolved over decades to combat animal diseases...
24 February, 2026
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ESSF launches new socio-economic flyer ahead of IWA OutdoorClassics 2026
Ahead of IWA OutdoorClassics 2026 in Nuremberg, the European Shooting Sports Forum (ESSF) has released a new flyer detailing the sector’s socio-economic impact...
24 February, 2026
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Christopher Graffius RIP
Following a long illness, it is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Christopher Graffius...
12 February, 2026
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Industry Leaders Showcase Strong Support for Brussels Advocacy at JAGD & HUND
On 28 January 2026, leading industry representatives gathered at the JAGD & HUND...
03 February, 2026
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JAGD & HUND renews Gold Patron partnership with FACE to support Europe’s hunters
JAGD & HUND and FACE have now renewed their successful partnership. The trade fair remains a long-standing Gold Patron of FACE ...
30 January, 2026
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The FACE Report is Out – Read Our January Update!
Your monthly update on Europe's political and hunting agenda...
23 January, 2026
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JAGD & HUND brings the industry together in Dortmund
From January 27 to February 1, JAGD & HUND brings together the international hunting industry in Dortmund...
23 January, 2026
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FACE contributes to EU discussions on the Trans-European Nature Network
FACE was represented at the “From science to action” workshop on strategic planning for the Trans-European Nature Network...
23 January, 2026
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