Plan to restore nature in England by 2030 criticised as ‘completely insufficient’
Summary
The UK government has released a plan to restore nature in England by 2030. The plan relies on landowners voluntarily protecting nature but has faced criticism for lacking strong legal measures and clear timelines.Key Facts
- The plan aims to restore 30% of nature in England by 2030, matching an international commitment made in 2022.
- Currently, only 7% of England’s land meets the restoration criteria, and the government’s own report says more effort is needed.
- The plan encourages landowners and communities to work together but does not propose new legal protections for more land.
- Protected areas called Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) are highly valued but no new designations are planned under this strategy.
- Critics say relying on voluntary action from private landowners is unlikely to be effective.
- The Church of England is debating a motion to rewild 30% of its land by 2030, which is currently used only 3.5% for nature restoration.
- Environment minister Mary Creagh called the plan a call to action for land managers, farmers, and communities.
- Conservation groups like the RSPB describe the plan as insufficient and disappointing.
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