UK badger culling plans could kill tens of thousands of the animals, worsen the cattle tuberculosis problem, and put the country in breach of a European wildlife treaty, advisers have warned.
The government is to allow culling in England to curb cattle TB, with a similar move possible in Wales.
The Labour Party used Freedom of Information (FoI) laws to obtain advice given by Natural England.
It highlights aspects of ministers' plans that are not backed by science.
Earlier this month, campaigners said they were seeking leave for a judicial review of the government's position.
The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will allow two pilot culls this year in areas of about 150 sq km each, in west Gloucestershire and west Somerset.
If they are judged to be a success, a further 10 areas could be opened for culling each year, up to a maximum of about 40, under licences issued by Natural England.
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