Local Nature Recovery Strategies
Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRS) are currently being developed in Devon and Somerset. These will set out local priorities and opportunities for nature recovery and identify the locations most suitable for nature restoration. Defra is funding this work and has appointed authorities in each county to lead each strategy, tailored to its own unique environment and environmental challenges.
A wide range of people and organisations are being involved in the development of the Local Nature Recovery Strategies, including landowners and managers, government organisations, environmental charities, businesses, local groups and communities. Members of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape team have been contributing with local knowledge and experience to help develop these Strategies.
Read more about Local Nature Recovery Strategies
Somerset’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy
Consultation on the Somerset Local Nature Recovery Strategy is underway.
An online survey has recently been launched to help shape the Strategy.
Find out more about Somerset’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Share your views – complete the online survey.
Devon’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy
Devon’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy is further along in its development. Having carried out a survey on the strategy last year, work is now underway to prepare the draft Strategy for consultation.
Read about Devon’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Devon County Council is currently advertising for a Nature Recovery Communications and Engagement Officer (through the University Exeter intern scheme) to help develop the Devon Local Nature Recovery Strategy and support communications for Devon Local Nature Partnership. It is a really exciting opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for communication and nature. Deadline Sunday 25 February.
