Dormice are protected under the Wildlife & Countryside Act and is also listed under Schedule 2 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 making it a European protected species. The objective of this survey is to: » Establish the presence / likely absence of the hazel dormouse in suitable habitats; » Identify the distribution of the hazel dormouse and usage of habitats; and » Recommend ecological mitigation and enhancement where required.









