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Review of Designated Landscapes

Review of Designated Landscapes

Defra has announced a review of designated landscapes

National Association for Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Chairman, Philip Hygate said,
“I really welcome the attention government is paying to the beauty of the English landscape. Defra’s 25 Year Environment Plan makes it clear that Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are highly valued and worthy of investment. What’s more, this is an exciting time to really discover how much designated landscapes can deliver for society, the economy, and nature. Whether it’s the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Chilterns, the ruggedness of the Cornish coast, or the tranquility of the Dedham Vale, each National Landscape has something unique to offer the nation.

 

Today’s announcement of the launch of the review is equally as welcome. The world has changed significantly since the designation of Gower, the first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but our fundamental requirement for beautiful, inspiring places in which to live, work, and relax is probably greater now than ever before. The National Association for National Landscapes is delighted to support this exciting review and we will work closely with Julian Glover and his review panel to help ensure that all of England’s special landscapes are equally recognised for the value they provide to the nation, and their fundamental importance to future generations.

 

We believe that, together, we can achieve the Secretary of State’s vision of a thriving agriculture sector, a healthy rural economy, beautiful landscapes, rich habitats for wild life, a just society and a fair economy”