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Environment
Friday, 28 September 2007 01:00
Ex-offenders regenerate countryside
An innovative scheme in Cheshire is helping ex-offenders to regenerate the countryside by repairing stiles on footpaths.
Thursday, 27 September 2007 20:51
Minister's pledge on coastal access
Environment secretary Hilary Benn has confirmed that the right to roam will be extended to England’s coastline.
Thursday, 20 September 2007 21:26
Call to remove rural road signs
Most rural road signs are unnecessary and should be removed, countryside campaigners have claimed.
Thursday, 12 July 2007 07:56
Consultation on Norfolk Broads plan
The public is being asked to give its views on a new set of planning policies for the Norfolk Broads.
Wednesday, 11 July 2007 01:00
Longest trail will 'boost rural economy'
The creation of Britain's longest footpath is set to bring big benefits to north-west England.
Monday, 09 July 2007 01:01
Call to make England a national park
Campaigners have called on the government to safeguard the countryside by turning the whole of England into a national park.
Wednesday, 04 July 2007 12:08
Green Belt must stay - campaigners
Government proposals will undermine laws protecting the countryside from overdevelopment, claim critics.
Friday, 15 June 2007 14:39
Region to exploit 'natural economy'
Harnessing the natural beauty of north-west England will boost the regional economy, say experts.
Tuesday, 12 June 2007 19:29
AONB budget cuts begin to bite
Access to the countryside will made more difficult following cuts to funding for Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Tuesday, 05 June 2007 13:15
Climate change threatens churches
Solar panels could be installed on village churches after the Church of England launched a campaign to help combat global warming.
Thursday, 24 May 2007 22:13
Newest National Trail unveiled
The Cotswold Way has been designated as the 14th National Trail in England and Wales, marking its importance as a flagship recreational route.
Sunday, 20 May 2007 22:22
Fly-tipping is 'abuse of countryside'
An investigation by the Countryside Alliance has uncovered the massive scale of illegal fly-tipping in Britain.
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Friday, 18 May 2007 16:23
'Biggest ever' countryside survey
Scientists are to undertake an £8m Domesday-style survey of the British landscape and its wildlife.
Thursday, 08 March 2007 16:45
Heritage plan is 'under-funded'
RADICAL proposals for protecting heritage and listed buildings in England and Wales risk being under-funded, the government has been told. 