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Bat survey in Northern Ireland

21 providers offering bat survey in or across Northern Ireland, including national firms. The rules in Northern Ireland differ from England’s, so see the notes below.

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The rules in Northern Ireland

Bats are protected under the Wildlife (Northern Ireland) Order, enforced by NIEA. The survey approach and seasonal timing are the same.

21 ecologists for Northern Ireland

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Bowland Ecology Ltd

Based in Clitheroe, Lancashire · Covers North West England, Scotland (Glasgow office) and UK-wide Accreditation stated by provider: CIEEM Registered Practice, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CHAS
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Brooks Ecological Ltd

Based in Guiseley, Leeds · Covers Yorkshire and the Humber, North West England, nationwide Accreditation stated by provider: CIEEM Registered Practice (2025-2026), follows BS 42020
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Getting signed off in Northern Ireland

In Northern Ireland, your district council handles building control. New homes need a full plans application, and the council issues a completion certificate at the end. The technical rules are set out in Technical Booklets rather than Approved Documents.

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