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Importation of Bees

The British Beekeepers Association discourage the importation of queen bees and colonies from outside the UK.  Also bee importations are banned into the Isle of Man. 

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    The first Asian Hornet of 2019 has been found in the British Isles. A foundress queen hornet emerged from hibernation at St Heliers Bay on the island of Jersey.

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    Beekeepers are often approached about winged, flying creatures, especially in the spring and summer period, when they are their most active simply working and are no cause for alarm.

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    If you suspect you have sighted an Asian Hornet please find more information here about what to do next!

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