5-10 MINUTE READS
Get Up To Speed
Local Nature Recovery Strategies ➝
An overview of the government consultation into a new system of spatial strategies for nature, which intend to reverse the ongoing decline of biodiversity in England. These strategies will provide the foundation for a national Nature Recovery Network.
The People And Nature Survey For England ➝
A snapshot of findings from the government’s ongoing survey into people’s enjoyment, access, understanding of and attitudes to nature.
An introduction to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ policy on Nature Recovery Networks, working with Natural England. Updated earlier this year (2022), it offers a good way into the subject and the government’s broader 25-year Environment plan.
10-30 MINUTE READS
Dive Deeper
Ecological Coherence Protocol ➝
This protocol and adjoining set of guidelines were created during a £2.3m project focused on the ecology of the Central Scotland Green Network area, and could inspire future projects aimed at improving biodiversity at key sites.
Wildteam Conservation Planning Support ➝
The charity’s website has a broad range of guidance and templates available to help organisations begin to draw up local conservation plans.
CIEEM Webinar: Natural England Nature Recovery Network ➝
Hosted by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), this 1-hour long webinar covers local strategies, mapping and data and Environmental Land Mapping Schemes. Additional questions from audience members are outlined on the landing page, with responses offering additional links and useful explanations.
