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Co-signatories include Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth, and BCAA
Next West of England Mayor must prioritise a future that is rich in nature
Expansion is still unsustainable, unjustified, and damaging
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Today, we and 17 other organisations launch our #VisionforPlanning - a vision for a gold-standard planning system. We all agree that communities must be at the heart of decision-making. But the government’s proposals will cut local participation by half. https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/a-joint-vision-we-share-a-toolbox-of-principles-for-better-planning/
Beautiful frosty weather in Somerset today Hardest frost of the winter so far, down to -8C (18F) last night @StormHour
'We all need to take care of ourselves during this new lockdown, and I've found that engaging in the nature that surrounds us certainly helps. 'All you have to do is get outside, take a deep breath and look up!' Sage words from @urbanbirder 💚 https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/jan/07/amid-the-gloom-of-lockdown-i-have-taken-solace-in-nature?CMP=twt_a-environment_b-gdneco
Sad to hear that 2020 was the joint hottest year on record. Decisions we take now should contribute to reducing carbon emissions not increasing them. Climate change is already having an impact on our world.
'Volunteering with CPRE is a great opportunity to gain experience in whatever you wish – my confidence has grown so much' - Amelia, CPRE volunteer. Our Chair, Simon Murray, takes you on a tour of our volunteer network, who achieved so much in 2020 🙏 https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/saluting-our-volunteers/
Even in dark times such as these, the countryside can lift our spirits with a display of natural beauty. This beautiful shot of winter sunshine filtering through the trees has certainly lifted our spirits today 😊 Stay safe everyone. 📸 Julie Parry 📍 Derbyshire
Another great article confirming the benefits of #connecting to our #naturalworld #outdoorspace #mindfulness #mentalhealth #walking @CPRE @CPRESomerset @CPREAvonBristol @rural_north @WERural #NorthSomerset https://twitter.com/CPRE/status/1343207275914211329
#HappyNewYear2021 From all at @BathPresTrust . What do you most want to see for the City of Bath and its environs for the year ahead? @Bathscape @bathnes @bathlive @NTPriorPark @CPREAvonBristol (Photo @richardbullard2 )
Have you noticed more litter during the pandemic? 🥤 Over 1/3 of people in our survey had seen an increase since March. The government must recommit to tackling litter & plastic pollution, starting with a full Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/pandemic-ppe-waste-shows-waste-and-recycling-systems-weak/
The unmistakable and irresistible Little Owl. Lockdown 1 and 2 meant I caught up with my more local Little Owls. Interesting changes since the 1970s. #nature #wildlife #conservation #Owl @camelbirder @tern09 @Birder_Griffon @CPREAvonBristol @Hawkandowluk
#Coronavirus and #lockdown have changed our behaviour on #littering, and not for the better. We can tackle this, and improve our environment. Our new report out today is full of useful suggestions #litterinlockdown #polluterpays @CPRE
But the problems with these planning proposals run much deeper than the housing algorithm. We need a complete reboot to put people and nature at the heart of a new planning system. https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/the-government-rethink-unpopular-planning-changes/
BREAKING – CAMPAIGN WIN The government’s housing algorithm that could have caused needless loss of green space has been revised to focus building in cities & previously used land This is a win for the countryside and we couldn’t have done it without you! http://bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-55322993
Great to see this initiative from @MendipHillsAONB. AONBs and National Parks are first choice for many people who want to experience #Starryskies, and the #ecological and #ClimateChange benefits of reducing light pollution are well known @AppgDarkSkies @CPRE
It’s 5 years since this milestone in our efforts to tackle the climate emergency, the biggest threat facing our countryside and planet. Nature-based solutions, like planting more hedgerows and restoring peatlands, have a huge part to play #ClimateAction https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/dec/08/the-paris-agreement-five-years-on-is-it-strong-enough-to-avert-climate-catastrophe
This is wonderful news! 🤩 https://twitter.com/northyorkmoors/status/1336099441489666050
The name Wistman’s Wood means ‘Wise man’s Wood’. The trees show us the resilience of life at high altitude, 600m above sea level on the windy moors. Explore the magical mystery of Wistman’s Wood with environmental activist Satish Kumar #NationalTreeWeek https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/earth-pilgrim-satish-kumar-on-dartmoors-natural-mystery/
We believe the countryside is for everyone. Meet three inspiring women making the outdoors more inclusive 👏👏 Zahrah Mahmood, (Insta @the_hillwalking_hijabi) Rhiane Fatinikun @UkBgh and Omie Dale @BlackSwimAssoc https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2020/dec/02/the-bame-women-making-the-british-outdoors-more-inclusive
‘I absolutely love the opportunities for adventure it provides me with’ Sandra is a wheelchair user. Support from charity @Open_Country_20 means she’s able to get out in the countryside – with her dog Millie by her side 😍 This is her story 👇 #IDPWD2020 https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/no-no-entry-sign-on-the-countryside-for-wheelchair-users/
Dear Bristol. If you don't all sign this petition: http://www.change.org/p/to-all-councils-and-authorities-say-no-to-the-mow-let-nature-thrive-stop-cutting-verges-and-grass-in-open-spaces to wild up more Bristol spaces & tackle the #EcologicalEmergency I'll make you all learn the Latin names of every vanishing wild flower in the British flora #SayNoToTheMow We want more of this ⤵️ right? https://twitter.com/morss_alex/status/1147820442675240960
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