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December 2022
Dear John
We were devastated to learn that on Wednesday 7 December, Michael Gove gave the
go ahead to a new coal mine in Cumbria - the first deep coal mine in the UK for
30 years.
This is a shameful decision that will degrade the countryside, pollute the
atmosphere and make a mockery of the government’s legally binding climate
commitments. Read our full comment below.
In other news, the government announced new measures in the Levelling Up and
Regeneration Bill that would give communities more say on local housing targets,
brownfield development and short-term lets. This is a positive step in the right
direction – read on for more about what these changes entail.
Earlier this week, we held an event in Parliament to launch our new survey
findings on the benefits of hedgerows on farmland and beyond. There's strong
support from farmers to extend the hedgerow network and boost biodiversity, but
government funding is lacking. Scroll down to read our report in full.
With December upon us and winter drawing in, we hope you're able to enjoy a
wintry walk or two in your local countryside or green space this month. Looking
ahead to the new year, we're excited that our Star Count will be taking place 17
– 24 February 2023 - details on how to sign up to take part will follow soon.
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APPROVAL OF NEW CUMBRIA COAL MINE ‘SHAMEFUL’, WE SAY
Michael Gove has given the go-ahead to open the first deep coal mine in the UK
for 30 years. This is an absurd and shameful decision that will degrade the
countryside, pollute the atmosphere and make a mockery of the government’s
legally binding climate commitments.
Read more
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PLANNING CHANGES GIVE MORE POWER TO COMMUNITIES
We're encouraged to see the government gets the message that solving the housing
crisis hinges on meeting local housing need rather than arbitrary top-down
targets. The priority now must be to focus on quality social housing in the
right place to protect valuable countryside and green space.
Find out more
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FARMERS WANT MORE FUNDING FOR HEDGEROWS
We recently conducted a survey of more than 1,100 farmers in partnership with
Farmers Weekly on hedgerows and the benefits to them and their farmland. Our
findings show strong support for the government to increase our hedgerow
networks, and properly fund the target of 40% more hedgerows by 2050.
Find out more
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A COUNTRYSIDE WALK IN DECEMBER
As winter tightens its grip, much of the natural world takes a well deserved
rest. But that doesn’t mean your countryside walk will be devoid of life! In
fact, there’s plenty to marvel at during December such as winter birds,
mistletoe and contrasting trees.
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SUPPORT THE COUNTRYSIDE THIS CHRISTMAS
This year you can raise vital funds for our work by buying cards – or sending
e-cards – from the Making a Difference website. Every time you order, it helps
support CPRE protect and promote a thriving countryside – for everyone to enjoy.
Find out more
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beautiful countryside thrive, for everyone’s benefit - now and for generations
to come.
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