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[[link removed]]CAMPAIGNS UPDATE
September 2022
Dear John
In her first announcement as the new Prime Minister
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Fracking is bad for the countryside, local communities and the environment. The
good news? You helped us defeated fracking before, and we can do it again -
scroll down to find out more.
This week, the nation paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II. As our Royal Patron for 70 years
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As a mark of respect for her passing, National Hedgerow Week has been postponed
and will now take place from 10-17 October. Read on to find out how you can get
involved.
It's vital that the cost of living crisis and escalating energy emergency are
top of the list of the government's priorities. We've joined the ‘Warm This Winter’
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particularly in rural areas - will be unable to pay their bills and heat their
homes.
Along with a change of our nation's leadership, it's also time for a change of
season. We hope you’ll find plenty of time to enjoy your local countryside or
green space as we approach autumn - read on for nature to look out for this
month and beyond.
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LIFTING THE BAN ON FRACKING A HIDEOUS MISTAKE, WE SAY
Fracking won't do anything to bring down energy bills. But it will have a
devastating impact on the climate and toxic effects on rural communities.
Despite this, the government has decided to disregard the evidence and lift the
ban on fracking - an act that threatens to industrialise the countryside we all
know and love. We're currently working on a campaign action to end fracking once
and for all, which we'll share in the coming days. Watch this space!
Find out more
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NATIONAL HEDGEROW WEEK (10-17 OCTOBER)
As part of this year’s National Hedgerow Week (10-17 October), we’ll be handing
in our petition calling for a 40% increase in hedgerows by 2050. A huge thank
you to everyone who has helped us surpass 40,000 signatures! If you haven’t
signed the petition yet, you can sign it here
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eye on your inbox!
Sign and share
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EXPLORING HEDGEROW WILDLIFE IN SUMMER AND AUTUMN
The theme for this year's National Hedgerow Week is hedgerows as a home for
nature. As summer meets autumn, hedgerows are a hive of activity as all kinds of
wildlife prepare for the cooler months. Why not explore the hedgerows in your
local countryside and use our guide to see what wildlife to look out for?
Nature-spotting is loads of fun, whether alone or with friends or family.
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A COUNTRYSIDE WALK IN SEPTEMBER
Daylight hours are decreasing, landscapes are changing, and deciduous plants and
trees are beginning to lose their leaves. Why not take some time to stop and
appreciate the autumn colours, hedgerow fruits, and busy mammals preparing for
the winter? Autumn may be upon us, but there’s still plenty to see in our
countryside and green spaces!
Find out more
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KEEPING WARM THIS WINTER
PM Liz Truss has announced an energy price guarantee that would cap average
energy bills at £2,500 over the next two years. While we welcome this
much-needed protection for households, we know that rural communities are
acutely vulnerable to soaring energy bills. Many using heating oil are not
covered by the price cap and must be included in this winter’s support package.
That’s why we’re part of the ‘Warm This Winter’ coalition campaigning for
government action to help people with fuel costs and energy bills. Find out more
and join the call below!
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DISCOVER THE COUNTRYSIDE WITH A CPRE MEMBERSHIP
Did you know CPRE members get discounted entry to almost 100 houses, gardens and
other attractions across England? Why not join as a member today and explore
even more of our beautiful countryside! Choose from an individual membership or
one for the whole family with a household membership.
Join today
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Best wishes,
Cat
Cat Rowland
Digital Engagement Officer
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