Keepers of time. A statement of policy for England's ancient and native woodland
Publication Year
2019
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Sets out the government's policy towards woodlands and trees. Covers the value of ancient woodlands and trees; nature and extent; policy and objectives; threats; opportunities and priorities; new approaches; measuring success; translating policy into action.
Document History
Superseded by Keepers of time: ancient and native woodland and trees policy in England. Government's statement on England's ancient and native woodland and ancient and veteran trees (DEFRA< 2022). First published 2005.
Publisher Information
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is a UK Government department. They are committed to tackling climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and work to secure a healthy, resilient, productive and diverse natural environment. This work has formerly been carried out by the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the Department of the Environment.
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