yet again let the shooting lobby off the hook. Their head of nature policy, Jeff Knott, stated: “I’d be amazed if either a ban or licensing was introduced off the back of it”. The RSPB’s stance has also brought it into conflict with many leading conservationists, from the author of the petition, Mark Avery, to the TV presenter Chris Packham. Let’s just say he’s wrong. And what about Australia’s position? On this, one diary point in Morocco will be the middle Saturday, when developed countries get to publicly question each other about their plans and ambitions. “We are actively thinking of possible ways to limit the scope of litigation to only those with a real standing in a project,” he was quoted as saying. “Celtic Sea cod could