Why is Paul Rose losing his OBE?

Paul Rose is losing his OBE because he was convicted of animal cruelty charges related to the welfare of birds at his sanctuary and was subsequently banned from keeping birds.

What happened at the Barrow Owl Sanctuary?

At the Barrow Owl Sanctuary, two tawny owls were found with neurological problems and a barn owl had a fractured wing, leading to their euthanasia.

What were the consequences for Paul Rose?

Paul Rose received a suspended jail sentence, a curfew, and a five-year ban from owning or keeping birds, and will also have his OBE cancelled.

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Owl Sanctuary Founder Loses OBE After Bird Cruelty

7 Mar

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Summary

Founder of owl sanctuary banned from keeping birds.
OBE awarded in 2001 will be cancelled by the King.
Sanctuary found owls with neurological problems and fractures.

Owl Sanctuary Founder Loses OBE After Bird Cruelty

Paul Rose, the founder of an owl sanctuary in Cumbria, will be stripped of his OBE. This decision comes after he was banned from keeping birds for five years. Rose had admitted to causing unnecessary suffering to protected animals and failing to ensure animal welfare.

In March 2022, authorities found two tawny owls with neurological issues and a barn owl with a fractured wing at his sanctuary. These birds sadly had to be euthanized. Consequently, Rose received a suspended jail sentence and a curfew.

The King has now approved the cancellation of the OBE, which was initially awarded to Rose in December 2001. The ban on owning, keeping, or transporting birds remains in effect.

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