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New Natural England advice is a big deal

A letter informing councils of advice from Natural England on requirements to mitigate nutrient pollution in protected sites is a big deal, says chairman of the District Councils’ Network, Sam Chapman-Allen.

By Sam Chapman-Allen | 20 April 2022

Last month 74 local planning authorities, including 47 district councils, received a letter informing them of advice from Natural England on requirements to mitigate nutrient pollution in protected sites.

This new guidance came out of the blue.

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