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Biodiversity – your questions answered PDF 779kb
The word ‘biodiversity’ is increasingly used, particularly by conservationists and politicians. But what does it mean? This booklet will help you understand more about biodiversity by answering some of the most frequently asked questions

The Species Recovery Programme PDF 1331kb
This publication explains why the Species Recovery Programme was launched, the need for a fresh approach to species and habitat conservation, and some of the methods used to achieve this. It also links SRP with the UK Biodiversity Action Plans, and looks forward to the future of species and habitat conservation in England.

Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) - England’s special wildlife and geological sites PDF 1020kb
This booklet provides a guide to the Countryside and Rights of Way (CROW) Act 2000.
In addition it defines the responsibilities of English Nature and the owner / occupier with regard to SSSIs and explains where to get more help and information.

Getting Wetter for Wildlife PDF 1063kb
Provides information on the Wetland Habitat Action Plan (HAP) and where to go for more help when designing a new wetland area

Minerals and Biodiversity - Project Scoping PDF 418kb
Entec UK was contracted by the MNCF in July 2006 to explore alternative approaches for understanding the contribution that the minerals industry makes to biodiversity conservation in England and, subsequently, to develop a robust specification for a major future research project on this theme. Read the project report by clicking the link above.

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