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Types of development and planning applications

Planning permission is generally needed for any development. This means building, engineering, mining or other activity that makes changes to the use of land, or changes to existing buildings. There are exceptions that do not count as development, such as maintenance, changes to the interior of a building, agriculture, forestry and changes to gardens.
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Whirligig beetle

Ever wondered what that little black dot whirling in circles on the top of the water of a pond is? Those are whirligig beetles! Often seen shooting across the water surface on the hunt for its…

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Common gorse

Windy, open moors covered in bright yellow, spiky common gorse bushes and purple heathers are synonymous with what we call 'wild' landscapes, but it can be seen in many habitats, from…

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How to use less plastic

Plastic waste and its damaging effect on our seas and natural world has been big news recently. Here's what you can you do about it.

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Become a local planning champion

You can help wildlife and nature recovery by actively participating in the planning system. Rather than only reacting to potentially damaging planning applications, it’s more effective to change the policies that govern planning decisions.
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Common daisy

He loves me, he loves me not' is a familiar rhyme associated with what is probably our most well-known plant: the common daisy. Its white-and-yellow flower heads brighten up lawns, verges and…

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Agriculture (Wales) bill

We have a huge opportunity in Wales to change the way we manage our land through the newly introduced Agriculture (WALES) Bill, and the public in this campaign have the power to tell their elected representatives that they want to see a strong bill being delivered across Wales.
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Our campaigns

Campaign for habitats and animals, stronger legislation, wildlife conservation or to preserve a wild place. The Wildlife Trusts campaign for positive change for nature and people. Our latest national campaigns are on this page - ask your Wildlife Trust about local campaigns you can support too.
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Agriculture (WALES) Bill

The Agriculture (WALES) Bill is the legal framework being used to implement the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), a ground-breaking piece of legislation that could change the face of farming in Wales forever. The scheme focuses on payments for farmers based on public goods, and replaces the Common Agriculture Payment (CAP) scheme.
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Brimstone

One of the joys of a spring day is watching a fluttering, lemon-yellow brimstone alight on a flower - an early sign that the seasons are changing. It is commonly spotted in gardens, woodland and…