# Swift nest thrown into skip during home renovation in South Tyneside

A swift nest was reportedly thrown into a skip during house renovations in South Tyneside. Swifts are a protected species under UK law, making the destruction of their nests potentially illegal. The incident highlights the need for builders and homeowners to check for nesting birds before starting work.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/jul/10/swift-nest-reportedly-thrown-in-skip-during-house-renovations-in-south-tyneside) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:15 GMT