Changes to the Law Affecting Game Licences in the United Kingdom

It has not been a requirement to hold a game licence to kill or deal in game in England and Wales since 1 August 2007. 

Game licences and game dealers licences have been abolished in Scotland with effect from 7 April 2011 when the new Wildlife and Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill was passed.

With effect from 13 June 2011 the requirement to have a licence to kill game or deal in game has been abolished in Northern Ireland. This came into effect with the passing of the Wildlife and Natural Environment Act 2011.