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How developers can get advice on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and applications for planning, permission in principle and technical details consent.
Find out about our series of sensitivity maps which indicate where there are likely to be fewer sensitivities to woodland creation in England.
When you get a Special Nature Conservation Order (SNCO) and how to challenge it, what a stop notice means, and get consent for restricted activities that affect European sites.
Information about how to make your guests feel more comfortable in their new home, set expectations about how to live together and communicate with your guests.
Progress in improving the natural environment in England 2022 to 2023.
Eastern Region, Judge J Shepherd and Mrs M Hardman FRICS heard on 31 May 2023
This article reports on mixed-methods research across refugee camps in Ukhia and Teknaf Upazilas
English Nature promoted the conservation of wildlife, geology and wild places. It was merged with the Countryside Agency and Rural Development Service to form Natural England in 2006.
This policy sets out what Ofsted will publish during a period of pre-election silence for local authority and general elections.
Find out when and how to appeal if Natural England refuses you consent to carry out an activity on a site of special scientific interest.
The 439-hectare National Nature Reserve will be a haven for people and a rich variety of species including kingfishers, rare ‘Charnwood spider’ and ancient oaks
Owners and occupiers should use this form to give notice of a planned activity on a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) that needs Natural England’s permission.
How to assess a planning application when there are great crested newts on or near a proposed development site.
Find out which environmental agencies you need to consult about your neighbourhood plan, neighbourhood development order or CRTBO.
How councils deal with complaints about noise at night, intruder alarms, construction noise and loudspeakers in the street.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) (Agriculture) Regulations protect uncultivated, semi-natural and rural land. Find out when and how to get permission to make changes to land.
How to apply for a licence to cover work that will have a low impact on great crested newts and their habitats.
Natural gas statistics: data sources and methodologies.
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