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Heather burning on peat bogs to be banned in blow for moorland landowners and shooting parties

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New regulations are to be brought in to prevent the burning of heather and other vegetation in a bid to better protect peatlands. The plans to bring forward legislation for protected blanket bog habitats have been welcomed as ‘vital’ for ‘globally important’ land. But the ban will be considered a blow to gamekeepers and to grouse … Read more

Rich landowners block Natural England’s bid to build ‘world’s longest coastal footpath’

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Natural England’s bid to build ‘the world’s largest coastal footpath’ has been blocked by rich landowners who reportedly don’t want ramblers roaming their estates. They said the 2,700-mile coastal path would allow the public to ‘properly enjoy’ the country’s beaches.   But wealthy landowners occupying some of the most scenic routes are apparently blocking the move, … Read more