Policy paper: Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme 2 (BEVS 2)

Updated: Updated to make it clear that this content is still valid, although we’ll be updating some details (like dates) in due course. This is because expressions for interest have been requested today (13 September 2018).

This material is still valid, some details (mainly dates) will be revised in due course.

The Badger Edge Vaccination Scheme (BEVS 2) provides funding towards the cost of vaccinating badgers in the Edge Area of England.

These documents set out the details of BEVS 2, and the policy background:

  • the ‘scheme outline’, setting out the criteria that applicants need to meet to secure grant funding
  • the ‘how to run a scheme to vaccinate badgers’ document outlining practical aspects of a badger vaccination project

You should also read the ‘Licence and training guidance’ setting out license and training requirements for vaccinators.



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