Earlier this year, four breeding male Hen Harriers suspiciously disappeared from nests in northern England. Against all the ...

Planning success stories Learn about others who have taken on issues in their communities and succeeded in making change.

Planning policy Find out how planning policy is used to shape the development of our towns, cities and countryside.

Planning applications Everything you need to know about applications – the different types, the process, appeals, and more.

Ecological assessments Discover how different types of assessments can help protect nature in the planning process.

The following summary outlines the different planning application types. It sets out the basic requirements for the two most common types of application you’re likely to see – full planning and ...

Gather the facts Think a site might be valuable for nature? Discover how to gather evidence to support its protection.

When we speak up for nature, we help it to soar. Here's how to build support to make a change. How to set up your own campaign to protect nature from a development threat You can set up your own ...

Everyone has the right to ask to view information held by public authorities under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. If you’re looking to oppose or ...

Hertsmere in Hertfordshire – home to one of the last breeding Tree Sparrow colonies in the south-east of England. These rare farmland birds thrive in the countryside, alongside a rich range of ...

It’s now vital that the Welsh Government works closely with rural stakeholders to develop and implement the rest of the SFS as a matter of urgency (before the end of 2026) and to ensure the scheme is ...