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November 2023
Dear John
As we look ahead to Christmas and the New Year, we want to let you know that
we've made the decision to pause Star Count for 2024. This is so we can focus
our energies on the upcoming General Election and ensure that the next
government is one that protects our countryside and works for rural communities
– scroll down to read more.
Earlier this month, King Charles III delivered his first speech as King for the
State Opening of Parliament. With the climate emergency the greatest threat
currently facing our countryside, we’re disappointed that the speech confirmed
an intended Bill supporting new oil and gas licences. There’s an evident lack of
commitment to renewables such as rooftop solar
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and help us in the race to net zero. Read our full reaction here
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In other news, we’ve been busy working on some new research on the lack of
affordable and social housing in rural areas. We’re excited to share that we’ll
be launching the report at an event in the House of Lords on Tuesday 28 November
– more news on this soon.
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STAR COUNT PAUSED FOR 2024
With a general election expected in 2024, next year will be make or break for
our countryside. For this reason, we have decided to pause Star Count for 2024.
This will let us target our finite resources and convince political leaders that
the priorities in our manifesto are best for the country. Although there will be
no CPRE Star Count in 2024, we will remain an active member of the dark skies
community and continue to advocate for reductions in light pollution.
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EYES ON THE BILL: LESSONS FROM A YEAR AND A HALF OF LEGISLATIVE CAMPAIGNING
Influencing legislation is critical to building a planning system fit for
people, nature and the climate. Over the last year and a half, we’ve been
working both on our own and in collaboration to influence the Government’s
Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill (LURB), which has now become an Act of
Parliament. Our Campaigns Officer Mark Robinson shares about the lessons learned
and how it’s all been worth it.
Read more
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TRUSTEES' WEEK 2023
The first week of November was Trustees Week. Over the past few months, some
particularly exceptional trustees have been nominated by their local CPRE to
receive a volunteer award in recognition of their achievements. Read about the
trustees that received awards this year for their outstanding contributions.
Read more
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CELEBRATING OUR GREEN SPACES
We recently asked you to share a video of you in your favourite local green
space as part of our #LoveGreenSpaces project. Thank you for all your wonderful
submissions telling us about your favourite local green space - the submission
date has now passed and we're pleased to share the compilation video. Watch it
on our website linked below!
Watch the video
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WILDLIFE TO LOOK OUT FOR IN NOVEMBER
From starlings to spindle berries, there’s plenty to look out for in nature
before autumn ends and winter begins. As the nights pull in and the days cool
off, nature writer Alexandra Pearce-Broomhead gives some insight into the sort
of wildlife you might spot in the countryside in November.
Find out more
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holding government to account for positive change and a sustainable countryside.
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Best wishes,
Cat Rowland
Digital Engagement Officer
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