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Find out more about how the planning system works in Lancashire, Greater Manchester and North Merseyside.
New campaign calls for a ‘legal right to local nature’ in Levelling Up reforms
More than 60 nature, planning, health and equality organisations are calling for a ‘legal right to nature’ to be a key component of the Government’s Levelling Up reforms.
What you can do to help wildlife in 2024
A new year. Time for new beginnings, new resolutions and new ambitions. This year, why not make a lasting change, one that will benefit future generations and the environment as well? Here are…
New report says planning reform must make access to nature legal and fair
First anniversary of Wildbelt in PM’s keynote speech – when will it happen?
Can you grow lettuce on a bog?
Our Rindle wetter farming trial has just been planted up with this years crop of celery and lettuce. But how do you grow crops on a peat bog, and why would you even try?
Write to your MP about the Planning and Infrastructure Bill
It’s not “nature or development”. It’s both. Here's our simple guide to help you write to your MP about the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Change what you eat
Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.
What your gift can do
Here are some examples of how generous gifts from our supporters have made a real difference for local wildlife, with a lasting impact for years to come.
Can you match the wildlife to its collective noun?
Do you know your murders from your charms; your whisps from your crowns? Take our collective noun quiz and see if you can match each collective noun with the wildlife!
Which butterflies can you see at Brockholes nature reserve?
Tom Irvine, Brockholes Reserve Officer takes us on a small scale safari; visit Brockholes nature reserve to spot a wide range of butterflies, including an elusive few that might require a bit of…
Watch what you wash away
Some cosmetics, soaps, washing-up liquids and cleaning products can be harmful to wildlife with long-lasting effects.