People in Parliament: Gary Railton - pest controller

Gary Railton is a pest controller who works in the Houses of Parliament with Harris Hawks. Gary's hawks keep pigeons and sea gulls from damaging the stonework and away from our terrace areas. Gary is contracted to Parliament through his company NBC Bird and Pest Solutions.

Video transcript: http://www.parliament.uk/transcripts/video/railton.cfm

http://www.parliament.uk/

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• harris
• hawk
• pests
• birds
• prey
• parliament
• london
• westminster

[siobelaup]

I think it's an excellent idea to use bird of prey as deterrent against pest. Moreover it's environmentally friendly, keep it up Gary.

[UKParliament]

Thanks for the feedback!

[Nkatsikanis]

looks like so much fun

[MarkMck1994]

Reall Really Good Video. I Love Harris Hawk. My second Fav Bird Of Prey after the Peregrine Falcon

[acivilcampaign]

lol even the hawk doesn't want to eat the pigeons

great vid, good to see use of ancient disciplines like falconry in modern ways, thanks

[Fairless55]

wuw , Get in goood for you :P

[wilcey]

nice one Gary, I don't think George is the only predator in government! ;-)

[slftb1]

Gary lives in village, just spoken to him!!

He has a great collection of Hawks and Falcons and does a great job.

He is also one nift guitar player!!!!

Good on ya mate!!!

[BROADY4669]

I am impressed with the use of `mother nature` as a deterrent to these pests. Gary seems not only knowledgable and experienced but also passionate. Well done and keep up the good work....