Bats and Large-Scale Housing Maintenance Projects - guidance launched
18th December 2024
BCT is delighted to announce the publication of Bats and Large-Scale Housing Maintenance Projects Guidance for England
Plan for Change: Don’t blame bats
9th December 2024
The Prime Minister was wrong to label the regulators as “naysayers” and to undermine the regulations that protect out natural heritage and environment.
Christmas Big Give: A lifeline for bats
26th November 2024
We are delighted to be part of the Big Give’s Christmas Challenge! For one week starting on 3 December, the Big Give will double every donation up to £5,000, which means we could raise £10K.
High Speed 2 – bat protection costs
8th November 2024
A story has been circulated in several media outlets about the cost of a structure being built over part of the length of the HS2 rail line as it passes a woodland Site of Special Scientific Interest in Buckinghamshire.
Bats and human health: BCT rabies statement
14th October 2024
The Bat Conservation Trust is saddened by the recent rabies-related deaths in North America. While these tragic events are rare, it’s important to address concerns to protect both people and wildlife.
Let’s protect bats this Halloween!
9th October 2024
This Halloween, let’s start a new tradition celebrating our incredible night-time heroes - bats! By sharing your love for bats or donating some of your trick-or-treat funds to support bat conservation, you can help protect these awesome animals who do us all so much good.
NightWatch, bats and urban wildlife: Lucy Houliston interview
17th September 2024
Find out how BCT works with communities through projects like NightWatch in this interview with Lucy, our Survey Assistant. Lucy also explains why it’s the wildlife in the UK’s cities which excites her the most and offers amazing opportunities to connect with nature.
7th August 2024
Our response to The Spectator's Beware the bat police article which suggests bats are over-protected.
22nd July 2024
News outlets have published articles on an increase in malnourished bats, and linked this rise to wet weather and a decline in insects. BCT will continue to build the best possible evidence base to focus our work and shape the advice we give.
