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December 2023
Dear John
In case you missed it, last month we published our new report on England's rural
affordable housing crisis.
Our new research reveals that a chronic shortage of genuinely affordable housing
is creating huge social housing waiting lists and forcing people out of the
communities they know and love.
The launch of the report was accompanied by an event in the House of Lords which
saw over 100 attendees, including up to 20 parliamentarians. Speakers included
the housing minister, well-known social housing campaigner Kwajo Tweneboa [[link removed]] and there was also great representation from the CPRE network - scroll down to
read the report.
With the arrival of December, we take a look into the vital significance of soil
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December. Nature writer Alexandra Pearce Broomhead also shares what wildlife you
might find during walks in your local countryside or green space over the course
of the month – read on to find out more.
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UNRAVELLING A CRISIS: THE STATE OF RURAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN ENGLAND
An affordable, healthy home is the foundation for a decent life. But our new
report shows that rural communities in England are facing an existential threat
from an acute and overlooked shortage of genuinely affordable housing. We're
calling on the government to redefine ‘affordable housing’ to directly link to
average local incomes - read the report and our recommendations in full below.
Find out more
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THE BIG SOLAR CO-OP: ETHICAL, COMMUNITY-LED ROOFTOP SOLAR
The Big Solar Co-op was born out of a burning desire to continue to deliver
rooftop solar affordably following the discontinuation of the Feed-in-Tariffs
scheme – a government initiative that made guaranteed payments for renewable
energy generated. With a unique volunteer-led and ethical approach to solar
energy, find out how the Big Solar Co-op is working on combatting climate change
one large rooftop at a time.
Read more
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WILDLIFE TO LOOK OUT FOR IN DECEMBER
In December, many of our natural landscapes may appear to be slumbering, but
there is still a lot to enjoy in the great outdoors. If you're planning a walk
or two over the festive period, make sure to look out for waxwings (like the
ones pictured), goldfinches, gorse and moles.
Read more
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JOIN US AS AN ONLINE CAMPAIGNS ACTIVIST
We’re looking for volunteers to take easy online actions to support our
campaigns from home. We're particularly keen to recruit people aged 18-30
(although this is open to everyone!) as we want to bring younger voices into our
campaigning work. If you have family members and friends in this age bracket who
care about environmental issues, then please share this opportunity with them.
Find out more
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GET DISCOUNTED ACCESS TO THE COUNTRYSIDE WITH A CPRE MEMBERSHIP
By joining us as a member, did you know you can get exclusive discounts at many
houses, gardens and other attractions around the country? All you have to do is
show your CPRE membership card or your Member Guide 2023 on arrival. Find your day out
[[link removed]] with our exclusive member benefits and join today from as little as £5.
Join today
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Best wishes,
Cat Rowland
Digital Engagement Officer
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