AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNative woodland expansion: A Lochaber scheme backed by JAHAMA plans to quadruple native woodland across 32,500 hectares, boosting habitat, peatland restoration and water/soil resilience around Ben Nevis. Water pollution: South West Water has been fined nearly £8m over sewage discharge offences across Cornwall and Devon between 2015 and 2021. Recycling and fly-tipping: Residents in St Pauls and Montpelier say communal bins and “mini-recycling centres” are driving overflow and fly-tipping, with calls for council action. Carbon capture backlash: Hundreds joined a “PipeWalk” protest against the proposed Peak Cluster carbon capture pipeline, citing safety, ecology and taxpayer liability concerns. Wildlife protection: Wrexham Council is investigating antisocial behaviour towards birds at Stryt Las Park and considering measures such as cameras and public reporting prompts. Flooding context: A report highlights how climate change is worsening coastal flooding impacts, making high tides alone more likely to flood low-lying areas. Skills for green land use: Plumpton College secured almost £5m to expand training for land, environment, food and farming careers, including woodland and forestry management.
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