At its meeting on February 18, the Marche Regional Council approved the proposed "Regional Wildlife and Hunting Plan." The Greens, Art. 1, and the Five Star Movement voted 20 in favor and 6 against.
The Marche Wildlife and Hunting Plan is the first to follow the transfer of responsibilities for wildlife management and hunting from the Provinces to the Region.
The eight existing ATCs have been reconfirmed. The protected area exceeds the minimum required by law by 0,7%, reaching 21,7%.
A significant step forward—actually, a return to the past—regarding the damage caused by wild fauna to agricultural activities: the term "compensation" has been used instead of the previous term "indemnity."
The majority rapporteur and president of the proposing commission, Gino Traversini (PD), spoke of a "gamble won," highlighting that 80% of the reports collected during the hearings had been accepted.
Part of the opposition, through Piero Celani (FI), was also satisfied, stating that it is a valid plan that provides definitive answers.
A lengthy debate took place before the vote, during which many highlighted the good work done in summarizing and accommodating stakeholders' requests.
The Five Star Movement opposed the approval, deeming the act "very hunting-related and not very wildlife-friendly."
Finally, some of Councilor Bisonni's amendments were rejected, particularly one that called for suspending implementation of the plan pending an inspection of the mountain passes.
