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January 2024
Dear John
2023 was a year of embracing change and exploring familiar territory farther
than we ever have in the past. From our campaigning work on the ground with
local groups to our lobbying work in parliament, we have pushed for a beautiful
countryside for now and the future. Take a look at what you helped us to achieve
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This year we're facing a critical general election, which means we'll be working
hard to ensure our countryside and rural communities are at the top of the next
government's agenda. We'll continue to campaign for rooftop solar as a common
sense solution that will protect precious countryside while addressing the
climate and energy crises. Scroll down to find out more about the results of our
recent survey.
The rural affordable housing crisis will continue to be a key focus for us as we
call on the government to commit to resolving the lack of genuinely affordable
and social housing in the countryside. Explore the personal stories
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the rise in rural homelessness.
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OUR ROOFTOP SOLAR SURVEY: THE RESULTS
A survey of nearly 3,000 CPRE supporters shows widespread support for rooftop
solar – both as a government priority and on new homes. In total, 95% of
respondents felt that the government should take a rooftop-first approach when
rolling out solar renewables across the country, while 97% agreed that rooftop
solar should be a standard requirement on all new housing.
Find out more
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GOVERNMENT PUBLISHES REVISIONS TO NATIONAL PLANNING POLICY FRAMEWORK
The government has published revisions to the long-awaited National Planning
Policy Framework (NPPF), which sets out planning policies for England. There’s
much to welcome in the revised NPPF, but we don’t think it goes far enough to
provide rural communities with affordable homes, nor does it sufficiently tackle
the climate and nature crises.
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ROUGH SLEEPING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
The hidden rural housing crisis continues to worsen along with its tragic
impacts on people and families. This includes rates of rough sleeping, which new
CPRE analysis has revealed are worse in rural areas than many of our towns and
cities. Shockingly, levels of homelessness have leapt 40% in the countryside in
just five years - find out more below.
Read more
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CONNECTING WITH NATURE IN JANUARY
After the indulgences and excitement of Christmas, the tranquillity of nature
can be a balm. The new year brings resolutions of health, and many of us venture
outside to shake off the sluggishness left over from the festive season. January
may seem bleak but if you look a little closer there is still lots to enjoy out
and about.
Find out more
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LEAVE A GIFT TO THE COUNTRYSIDE
If making a will is a priority for you in 2024, why not consider doing it for
free with our trusted partner, Farewill. This service is worth £100 and can take
as little as 30 minutes. There is no obligation to leave a gift in your will to
CPRE with this service. However, many supporters choose to do so as a way of
letting their love for the countryside live on into the future.
Find out more
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EXPLORE THE COUNTRYSIDE WITH AN EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT
By joining CPRE as a member, you’ll receive a special offer at many attractions
around the country. Visit Cholmondeley Castle Gardens in Cheshire with our 2
adults for the price of 1 member offer to discover the romantic Temple and Folly
Water Gardens, Rose Garden, Glade, Arboretum, and the ornamental woodland upon
Tower Hill. Find your day out
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Join today
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Best wishes,
Cat Rowland
Digital Engagement Officer
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beautiful countryside thrive, for everyone’s benefit - now and for generations
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