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October 2024
Dear John
It’s been an exciting month at CPRE. We’ve submitted our response to the
National Planning Policy Framework consultation and attended the Labour Party
Annual Conference, where we advocated for positive change to help our
countryside thrive - now and for future generations. You can find out more about
this below – alongside a brand new case study on accessible social housing.
As autumn brings its vibrant shades of orange and red to the countryside, guest
writer Peter Lau shares his top five accessible woodlands for you to explore.
Keep reading to find out more.
Finally, October is Free Wills Month, so we wanted to invite you to learn more
about leaving a legacy with CPRE, and about our free will writing service.
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PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE - OUR NPPF CONSULTATION RESPONSE
We've submitted our response to the consultation on changes to the National
Planning Policy Framework, which we developed together with our local CPRE
network. Our response addresses key issues, including the need for a mix of
genuinely affordable housing tenures, opposing the reclassification of Green
Belt as ‘grey belt’, and supporting renewable energy on our roofs.
Find out more
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AFFORDABLE, ACCESSIBLE, AND SUSTAINABLE HOUSING IS ESSENTIAL FOR A DECENT LIFE
Yet, many rural areas are failing to meet these needs. Our research found only
17 of 45 rural authorities had targets for accessible housing, with just nine
requiring wheelchair-accessible homes. Shockingly, a wheelchair user could wait
up to 47 years for a suitable home. Find out more about Gail and Carla's battle
for accessible housing.
Find out more
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OUR TIME AT THE LABOUR PARTY ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Last week, we attended the Labour Party Annual Conference in Liverpool and
engaged with MPs on key issues impacting the countryside and rural communities.
We participated in roundtables and fringe events, and held discussions with
numerous MPs. You can find out more about our key takeaways by clicking the link
below.
Find out more
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AUTUMN FOR ALL
After a mountain biking accident 10 years ago left him paralysed, photographer
Peter Lau has discovered the importance of nature being accessible for all. This
autumn, he shares his five favourite forests for enjoying the season’s stunning
colours, including the Forest of Dean and Sherwood Forest. Each offers
accessible trails and facilities, allowing everyone to experience the beauty and
tranquillity of nature as the seasons begin to change.
Read more
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FREE WILLS MONTH IS HERE
If it feels like the right time to write your will, you can do so for free today
with our partner Farewill. While there is no obligation, by joining supporters
who have pledged a gift in their will to CPRE, you can let your love of the
countryside live on. Income from gifts in wills is vital for CPRE to continue
campaigning to ensure the countryside is at the heart of the government’s
priorities, so that people and wildlife can thrive.
It takes less than 30 minutes to write your will online - to get started click
the link below, or email
[email protected] [
[email protected]] for more information.
Find out more
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JOIN US AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR THE COUNTRYSIDE
This is a critical time for our countryside, and your support is more important
than ever. By becoming a member, you’ll be helping us both work with and
challenge the government on the issues that matter to all of us – from
protecting our Green Belt to helping rural communities thrive.
Become a member
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Best wishes,
Lewis
Lewis Townsend
Communications Manager
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beautiful countryside thrive, for everyone’s benefit - now and for generations
to come.
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