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Operational update: Coronavirus
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Chief Executive Marian Spain on how Natural England is working to bring about Nature’s recovery.
197-mile walking route will improve access to nature for all
England Coast Path takes a step forward in Hampshire.
Press release
Calshot to Portsmouth stretches now officially open.
The Levelling Up Parks Fund will create new and improved parks in urban areas, helping communities to come together and enjoy the outdoors.
The Court of Appeal dismissed the case on all grounds on Friday 15 July.
Government sets out plan to reduce water pollution
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Plans will benefit protected wildlife sites and create new habitats for nature
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We’re the government’s adviser for the natural environment in England. We help to protect and restore our natural world.
Natural England is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.
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