Don't disturb Derbyhaven birds, Minister urges

Don't disturb birds at Derbyhaven.

That's the warning from the government after numerous reports of people and dogs disturbing them onm the beach.

Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture Geoffrey Boot MHK, has asked people to keep a good distance from where birds are feeding and resting, and to keep their dogs under close control.

Derbyhaven beach has been a designated bird sanctuary since 1936 and is classed as an Area of Special Scientific Interest and a Marine Nature Reserve in recognition of its wildlife.