In this issue: Winter walks, Agriculture Bill and Star Count
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CAMPAIGNS UPDATE
January 2020
Dear John
The New Year is a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, and we’re starting to
see the stirrings of new life in the countryside as winter flowers start to
bloom.
January can be tough, but walking in the countryside is a great way to keep
active and receive a boost to your wellbeing.
We asked some dedicated walkers to share their favourite rambles for those
gorgeous winter days, from short walks to long old hikes - why not try one this
weekend?
Read on for the latest campaign updates from all of us at CPRE, the countryside
charity.
Discover winter walks
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SOILS AT THE HEART OF NEW FARMING BILL
This week the government published their Agriculture Bill, which sets out a
radical rethink of how we farm. The big change is that farmers will be rewarded
for nature-friendly farming and providing habitats for wildlife.
We're pleased that the government has listened to our calls to recognise that
healthy soils are vital for our future, and that they need to be regenerated.
Lots of people are already pioneering exciting farming approaches that are good
for our food and planet. We want to see them spread to every corner of our
countryside.
We're calling on the government to support county farms and provide training and
advice to farmers, and we’ll be working to hold the government to account as the
Bill becomes law.
Find out more
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SAVE THE DATE - STAR COUNT IS BACK!
When was the last time you experienced the wonder of a star-filled sky?
Our annual Star Count is back, and we’d like you to help us create a map of the
nation’s view of the night sky.
Counting the stars you can see will help us to find out where light pollution is
a problem and where the darkest skies are, so we can help protect them.
It’s easy to take part - just look to the heavens between 21-28 February and
count the number of stars you see in the constellation of Orion.
It’s family-friendly and anyone can take part – sign up below to register your
interest.
I'd like to count the stars
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BETTER PLACES TO LIVE
The places we live should provide us with access to everything we need for a
good quality of life and be designed with people in mind. It’s just common
sense. But we know that’s often not the case for new housing developments.
So, a heads up for you: next week we’ll be launching a joint report with UCL
(University College London), looking at the quality of housing built since 2007.
We’re hoping for a big splash – so look out for our name in the press next week.
As always, thanks for supporting our work and helping to make the countryside
even better.
Best wishes,
Calum McGregor
Digital Engagement Officer
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