The eternal TAR problem
If our unforgettable friend Bruno Modugno were still among us, he certainly wouldn't hesitate to propose one of his classic toasts dedicated to the face of those who wish us ill, given that, despite everything, this year too we are rapidly approaching the general opening of a new hunting season. Unfortunately, the perennial TAR problem has still negatively impacted many pre-openings, especially for turtle doves and wood pigeons, but some will still inaugurate the season before the general opening by going out on selective hunts for ungulates or to contribute to the limitation of corvid numbers where requested and permitted. The long period since the end of last season has seen us, as always, engaged in multiple battles to defend our passion and promote it in society, with new communication projects taking shape thanks to the National Steering Committee.
Silly amendments
The long-awaited amendments to Law 157/92 are yet to come, having stalled in parliamentary debate largely due to the endless stream of amendments presented by anti-opposition political forces. Thousands, indeed millions, of inane and senseless amendments, presented for this very purpose, especially by the Five Star Movement, almost certainly aided by some contribution from the artificial intelligence that is so much talked about and gossiped about these days. We truly hope that the work can be scheduled in parliament in September, thus allowing for a substantial streamlining of amendments and the speediest final approval of the long-awaited reform. While it may not completely meet our expectations, it can begin to improve matters. We therefore urge the majority and governing political forces to not give up and to give it their all.
Use of lead
My particular hope is that they will resolve the issue of the amendments they themselves have proposed, which are inane and dangerous, especially for our traditional hunts with live decoys. This is a fundamental issue, as is the ban on the use of lead in wetlands, which seemed to have been resolved but has unfortunately been re-examined, leading us back to the dangerous provisions of the current EU regulation. This leaves us with great concern, especially for the future if the new regulatory proposal put forward by the REACH Committee last June for a global ban that could take effect in the fall of 2033 were to come into force. As always, we will be on the ball, advancing our proposals and supporting those at the institutional level who wish to lend us a hand. So let's face our new season with an awareness of the problems still outstanding, but also with the determination, patience, and optimism that characterize us as hunters. Let's clear the field of thoughts and worries and return to the field with joy, serenity, and satisfaction, always attentive to our safety and that of others. A big hug and a huge good luck to everyone.
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