Illegal badger gassing uncovered by Sky News

The video discusses the illegal gassing of badgers by farmers in response to bovine tuberculosis outbreaks. It highlights unofficial trials conducted on farms using vehicle engines to pump carbon monoxide into badger sets. The practice is illegal, with severe penalties, as badgers are a protected species. A farmer shares his losses due to tuberculosis but denies involvement in illegal gassing, though he acknowledges the belief among farmers that targeting diseased sets is necessary.

What are the legal consequences of gassing badgers?

How many cows has the farmer lost to bovine tuberculosis?