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Now playing Next World Post-Brexit rules keep European bees out of Britain A British beekeeper says post-Brexit regulations are preventing him bringing bees into the UK. The bees are likely to be seized and destroyed. Since the end of the transition period, only queen bees, rather than entire colonies, can be imported. 15/02/2021
Now playing Next Green News The innovative new project saving Zimbabwe’s bees from extinction Bees have been struggling to survive in Zimbabwe - but this radical sanctuary programme could be the answer. 12/09/2020
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Now playing Next Nature 6 simple ways you can help save bees from extinction A definitive guide on all you can do to help our vital bee population thrive! 19/07/2019
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