EU 'Categorically' Denies That It Will Ever Force Cats To Stay Inside

The video discusses a proposal to keep cats indoors or on leashes, based on a study in the Oxford Journal for environmental law. The study suggests that outdoor cats should be restricted under the EU's Birds and Habitats Directive to protect wildlife. Legal experts argue that allowing cats to roam freely could harm biodiversity and violate the law. However, the EU Commission opposes this suggestion, defending the free movement rights of cats. In the UK, outdoor cats are estimated to kill millions of birds annually, affecting species like house sparrows and starlings.

What is the main reason behind the proposal to keep cats indoors or on leashes?

• To protect birds and other wildlife

• To prevent them from getting lost

• To reduce noise pollution

• To improve their health

According to the study, under which directive should outdoor cats be restricted?

• EU's Environmental Protection Directive

• EU's Birds and Habitats Directive

• EU's Wildlife Conservation Directive

• EU's Animal Welfare Directive

What do lawyers argue about letting cats roam freely?

• It is beneficial for pest control

• It has no impact on the environment

• It should be considered a violation of the law

• It should be encouraged for biodiversity

What is the EU's stance on the free movement of cats?

• They support restricting cat movement

• They have not commented on the issue

• They defend the free movement rights of cats

• They are neutral on the issue

Which bird species are most commonly killed by outdoor cats in the UK?

• Owls and nightingales

• Pigeons and crows

• Eagles and hawks

• House sparrows and starlings