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Rights of way and right to roam - access rights of way, open access and permissive access land, use common lands, the Countryside Code, report problems.
You have the right to access some land for walking or certain other…
You can walk on all public rights of way. Some public rights of way are…
You can access some land across England without having to use paths - this…
You may be able to access private land if the landowner has agreed to let…
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As the owner or occupier of land with a public right of way across it, you must keep the route visible and not obstruct or endanger users.
Mapping problem resolution routes for users and non-users of the civil, administrative and family justice systems.
Model byelaw set for local authorities to regulate public walks, pleasure grounds, open spaces and disused burial grounds.
What you can do to clear snow and ice from pavements and roads, using salt and sand
Find out about the progress of improving coastal access – including maps, process and timing – in Essex and Suffolk.
Closing summary of the P4C scheme and details of projects that were funded to develop and improve local public paths.
As an owner or manager of land in the coastal margin, find out about your responsibilities and how to manage public access.
This research maps the global state of protracted displacement, examining patterns and trends in numbers, geographic spread and funding
Find out about the expected standards for National Trails in England.
This report identifies and presents public health work taking place in south west England, in the new integrated public health system.
Northern Region Judge P Forster and Tribunal Member Mr ID Jefferson sitting on 4 August 2023
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