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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a summer general election, to take place
on 4 July.
From the climate emergency to the nation’s food security, housing and energy
crises, there are so many complex issues facing the next government.
This will be an era-defining moment for our countryside.
That’s why we’re calling on all political parties to recognise the true value of
the countryside and its vital role in answering these challenges.
In the lead up to the election, we’ve set out how the next government can
deliver for our countryside and rural communities. Scroll down to read more and
take action.
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A ROOFTOP REVOLUTION
We are missing opportunities to generate huge amounts of cheap, low-carbon
electricity on rooftops in every part of the country. With the right
initiatives, the rooftops of warehouses and car parks across the nation could
act like clean power stations, cutting carbon emissions, slashing energy bills
and protecting our countryside. That’s why the next government should make
rooftop solar a standard requirement for new buildings and commit to getting 60%
of the solar energy we need from our rooftops – sign our petition below if you
haven’t already.
Take action
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A NEW GENERATION OF AFFORDABLE HOMES
In the countryside, the housing crisis is particularly acute and many people are
now unable to afford to live in the communities that they grew up in. Fixing our
broken housing system has the potential to regenerate rural communities at a
time when it is desperately needed. That’s why we want to see genuinely
‘affordable’ housing linked to local incomes, and more action to limit the loss
of rural housing to second homes and holiday lets. Take a stand with us by
adding your name to our campaign.
Add your name
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A PLANNING SYSTEM FOR PEOPLE, NATURE AND CLIMATE
We need a planning system with democracy at its heart, that prioritises outcomes
that prevent climate and ecological collapse – one of the biggest threats to our
countryside. That means properly balancing our use of land to meet the needs of
people, planet and nature as well as prioritising development on brownfield
land. National planning policy should listen to the voices of local people, and
all local plans must recognise both the threats to the countryside, as well as
the role it can play in providing a myriad of services.
Find out more
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AN ENHANCED GREEN BELT, OUR COUNTRYSIDE NEXT DOOR
The countryside surrounding our towns and cities provides millions with health
and happiness, but it has the potential to deliver much more. We must invest in
this countryside next door as a key solution to the climate and nature crises,
and an irreplaceable space where people across the nation can enjoy fresh air
and the great outdoors. The next government needs to ensure that the Green Belt
continues to be protected, and designate a new generation of regional and
country parks – giving more people and nature space to thrive. Read your stories
about what the countryside next door means to you below.
Read more
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beautiful countryside thrive, for everyone’s benefit - now and for generations
to come.
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