National Parks review launched

Badlad

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May be some opportunities for improving both access and conservation?

"Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today committed to conserve and enhance England?s most cherished landscapes as a new review launches into the nation?s National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs).

Nearly 70 years after the country?s National Parks were first established, opening up the countryside and allowing more people to connect with nature, an independent panel will look at how these iconic landscapes meet our needs in the 21st century ? including whether there is scope for the current network of 34 AONBs and 10 National Parks to expand.

The review, led by writer Julian Glover, will also explore how access to these beloved landscapes can be improved, how those who live and work in them can be better supported, and their role in growing the rural economy...."

More details here.  https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-parks-review-launched
 
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