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October 2023
Dear John
It’s been a busy few weeks with party conference season in full swing and
dominating news headlines.
CPRE attended both the Labour and Conservative party conferences to ensure the
issues facing our countryside and rural communities are top of the next
government’s agenda.
This has never been more important, particularly as this week the government passed an amendment
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override development plans that were democratically approved by local
communities.
2024 is looking to be the year of an era-defining election, with the new
government facing a myriad of environmental crises as well as a broken housing
market. Our newly-launched manifesto for the next UK government outlines four
key areas of priority for the countryside, climate, communities and wildlife –
read it in full here
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Earlier this week, we published our new report on Local Green Spaces
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designations, many deprived areas across the country are still missing out -
find out more below.
With October drawing to a close and autumn upon us, we hope you find time to
enjoy the seasonal changes in your local countryside or green space. Nature
writer Alexandra Pearce-Broomhead shares what to look out for – scroll down to
read more.
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MORE LOCAL GREEN SPACES, BUT DEPRIVED AREAS STILL LACKING, OUR REPORT SHOWS
Our newly-launched 2023 Local Green Spaces (LGS) report shows that there has
been an increase in LGS designations, but deprived communities remain
under-served. We’re calling for the designation process to be standardised to
encourage people to make use of this vital legislation – read more below.
Find out more
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TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL GREEN SPACE
Our green spaces are vital. That's why we want to shout as loud as we can about
their value to people, climate and nature – but we need your help. Send us a
video of you in your favourite park or green space by 24 October for our
#LoveGreenSpaces project and be in with a chance to win a £50 Patagonia voucher!
Get involved
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FREE WILLS MONTH IS BACK IN OCTOBER
Having a will gives you the peace of mind that comes from clearly outlining your
wishes and reducing ambiguity for your loved ones. If this is the right time for
you to write your will, then do consider our free will-writing service from our
trusted partner, Farewill. While there is no obligation, many supporters do
choose to remember CPRE in their will and it is an incredible way to show your
love for the countryside and to ensure that it is protected.
Start your will online
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A COUNTRY JOURNAL OF A BLACKWOMAN: ‘WHOSE BLOOD RUNS WITH THE TIDES’
October is Black History Month and we want to celebrate the diversity of our
countryside. Writer, artist, teacher and creative Sheree Mack shares with us
about cultivating a sense of belonging through displacement, her deep-rooted
connection with nature, and returning to the sea. Read Sheree's story below.
Read more
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WILDLIFE TO LOOK OUT FOR IN OCTOBER
We see autumn really peak during the month of October. Apples are picked in
orchards, the last of the blackberries are plucked from the hedgerows and
foragers hunt for fungi in the woods. Find out what other treats are in store
for your next exploration of your local countryside or green space.
Find out more
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for all. We put your money to good use, collaborating with communities and
holding government to account for positive change and a sustainable countryside.
Join us for as little as £5 a month.
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Best wishes,
Cat Rowland
Digital Engagement Officer
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