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If you are aged 16-25 then please complete @CPRE's survey with your views on living in a rural and/or coastal area. Responses to this survey will be used to support the future work of CPRE. Complete the survey now - https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/S7WK9J9
CPRE Norfolk campaigns to protect and enhance the Norfolk countryside. We support the provision of new housing of the right kind, especially truly affordable housing, if built in the right places. Read more at: https://www.cprenorfolk.org.uk/.../what-gets-built-and.../
Biodiversity Metric 3.0 – a milestone moment for biodiversity net gain https://naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2021/07/21/biodiversity-metric-3-0-a-milestone-moment-for-biodiversity-net-gain/
We've lost half our hedgerows since 1945, intensifying nature's decline and hindering the fight against climate change. But we can turn this around. Tell the government to start planting and restoring 1000s of miles of hedgerows every year #40by50 >> https://takeaction.cpre.org.uk/page/85848/petition/1?ea.tracking.id=twitter
We've launched a survey to understand the experiences of young people who live in rural or coastal areas. 🌳🌊 If you're 16-25, we want to hear from you! Take part here, or tag someone who would be interested >>> https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/S7WK9J9
The Adaptation Committee’s Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk at Climate Change Committee sets out the priority climate change risks and opportunities for the UK. https://www.theccc.org.uk/publication/independent-assessment-of-uk-climate-risk/
The six key tests that campaigners are using to assess new planning bill Read more at https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/six-tests-that-campaigners-are-using-to-assess-new-planning-bill/
CPRE comments on the government’s top line plans for the next steps for England’s National Parks and AONBs, welcoming some ‘positive signposts’ and calls for a greater level of ambition for lasting improvements and a better future for AONBs https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/the-government-respond-to-glover-review
The Defra Farming in Protected Landscapes fund for one-off projects that support nature recovery, tackle climate change, provide opportunities for people to enjoy the countryside or support nature-friendly farm businesses has opened for applications. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/funding-for-farmers-in-protected-landscapes
We thank all peers who spoke and we hope @DefraGovUK and @BorisJohnson won’t bottle it on DRS! Learn more about Deposit Return Schemes, below 👇 https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/deposit-return-schemes-explained/ 6/6 #DRS #Deposit Return
Our countryside includes a wealth of amazing landscapes and ecosystems that are under threat. So it's wonderful our friends @WildlifeTrusts have received funding for 12 projects to help the UK tackle the climate emergency and restore these habitats. 🙌 https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jul/08/high-impact-wildlife-projects-aim-to-restore-habitats-across-england
Our Community Hedge Fund is open! We are offering grants for volunteer Tree Wardens and community groups in England to plant new hedgerows, hedgerow trees and gap up existing hedgerows this coming winter. For more info and to apply 👇 https://treecouncil.org.uk/take-action/seasonal-campaigns/apply-for-our-community-hedgefund/
Grasshopper bred in captivity returns to East Anglia marshes https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jun/26/grasshopper-bred-in-captivity-returns-to-east-anglia-marshes?utm_term=Autofeed&CMP=twt_gu&utm_medium&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1624693232
@Thrive_R For the latest news on our #CleanEnergy projects and expert insight on #RenewableEnergy, sign up to our newsletter! https://bit.ly/3qkX2bh #CEF2021 #WeThePower
Saving the planet from the laundry room! Find out more at https://www.cpreherts.org.uk/news/saving-the-planet-from-the-laundry-room-2/
'Conservation and restoration of peatlands, saltmarshes and woodlands are among the “nature-based solutions” which could unlock £6.4bn a year in public benefits such as carbon storage, air quality improvements and recreation.' WE AGREE! 🙌 Read more 👇 https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/nature-rewilding-rspb-woodlands-peat-b1875683.html
We're celebrating #PlasticFreeJuly 🎉 - a great global initiative to help us all use less plastic and re-use and recycle more. ♻️ Will you challenge yourself to make a change this month? 😇 Sign up for plastic-reducing ideas direct to your inbox here>>https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/take-the-challenge/
It's #NationaMeadowsDay 🌼 Meadows are havens for wildlife and wildflowers, but we've lost over 90% of our meadows since the 1930s. We think their restoration as an icon of the countryside is vital to efforts to reverse the impact of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Join the CPRE Norfolk 100 Club for just £1 a month for the chance to win cash prizes ranging from £15 to £75! More details here: https://www.cprenorfolk.org.uk/get-involved/raise-funds/100-club-prize-draw/
Critics of the £198m Norwich Western Link say it remains "financially and environmentally reckless" to push ahead with the scheme. Find out more on https://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/news/local-council/ndr-western-link-legal-advice-questioned-8082024
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