Publication Plan April 2024

Comment

Representation ID: 5753

Received: 27/05/2024

Respondent: Shropshire Swift Group

It is good to see the reference to bird boxes but not all birds nest in trees.
Swift bricks are a universal nest brick for small cavity dwelling birds and are used by several urban species eg sparrows, tits and even house martins as well as swifts. Swifts have struggled in recent decades to find enough nest sites as buildings that had suitable nooks and crannies have been renovated or demolished.
Swift bricks are a permanent solution - they require no maintenance - and are a better option to boxes. BS42021 details best practice guidance.