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The Forestry Commission decision framework for determining when to convert woodland to open habitat, and when compensatory tree planting is required.
Learn how the THP can help proactively manage spruce, including felling, restocking and maintaining newly planted trees within the proactive spruce removal area in the south-east of England.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the training to control and manage American mink item.
How to identify tree damage by deer and grey squirrels.
Find out how to complete your LTA1 form to amend an Environmental Stewardship agreement.
Scheme rules for holders of agreements that started on 1 January 2018.
Find out about Natural England's proposals to improve coastal access in Hampshire and West Sussex.
Find out about Natural England's proposals to improve coastal access in Essex and how to submit a representation or objection.
Find out about Natural England's proposals to improve coastal access on the Isle of Wight.
Find out where work is underway to improve coastal access in Suffolk.
Find out where work is underway to improve coastal access in Essex.
How to get Natural England’s consent for works on or near a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) when you apply for a felling licence or woodland grant agreement.
Criteria for the Environment Agency to use when enforcing the Farming Rules for Water, particularly for autumn and winter applications of organic manures.
Steps farmers and land managers must take before applying for Countryside Stewardship on common land and shared grazing.
Scheme rules for holders of agreements that started on 1 January 2021
Section 38 consent is generally needed for works on a highway (other than in connection with a cattle grid and associated bypass) where that highway is registered as common land.
Maintaining and extending existing works, including maintaining existing lawful works.
Find out the minimum standards for a deer and mammal risk assessment for woodland creation and how to carry out the survey.
What to do if the livestock manure produced on your farm is likely to exceed the amount you're allowed to spread on your land in an NVZ (farm limit).
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