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Natural England sets out new vision for nature and growth with corporate strategy
• The plan will drive nature recovery across landscapes and support economic growth, house building and infrastructure development
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Thousands of new homes get the go ahead in North Sussex
21,000 new homes in North Sussex unlocked after four-year bottleneck
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New 26-mile coastal path opens in Suffolk
Walkers gain 11 miles of new access rights around Suffolk’s Deben Estuary as part of government’s commitment to complete 2,700-mile England Coast Path.
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Iconic Nature Reserve launches cutting-edge conservation hub
A brand-new volunteer, community, and nature research science hub has been officially opened at the iconic Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve
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First parts of King Charles III coast path opens on Isle of Wight
Nearly 15 miles of footpath have been completed on the island, with the provision for parts of the path to be easily moved in the event of coastal erosion.
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Yorkshire’s natural beauty recognised as Ingleborough NNR expands
Ingleborough National Nature Reserve (NNR) becomes part of the King’s Series of NNRs, established to celebrate His Majesty the King’s Coronation in 2023.
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