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Decisions and Appeals
A planning application can be decided by the case officer or by the planning committee. Usually, wildlife concerns are addressed by conditions. These can relate to construction methods, mitigation and compensation and the aftercare and management of the site.
Arable fields
Most arable fields are large, featureless monocultures devoid of wildlife, but here and there are smaller fields and tucked away corners that are farmed less intensively, or are managed…
Restoring our peatlands thanks to Iceland Foods Charitable Foundation
Iceland Foods Charitable Foundation generously backs Wildlife Trusts Wales’ ambitions to restore all Welsh peatlands by 2030.
Stand for Nature Wales
Stand for Nature Wales is a pan-Wales youth climate change project aimed to inspire and empower young people to take action for nature in their communities and beyond. The project is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.
Sustainable Farming Scheme needs to do more for climate and nature
Today the Welsh Government announces a revised version of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) following months of negotiations.
Chemical-free organic gardening
Go chemical-free in your garden to help wildlife! Here's how to prevent slugs and insects from eating your plants with wildlife-friendly methods.
Ponds
Whether found in a garden or part of an agricultural landscape, ponds are oases of wildlife worth investigating. Even small ponds can support a wealth of species and collectively, ponds play a key…
Lace up for nature -The Big Wild Walk returns!
Welsh TV star, Iolo Williams champions The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW)’s Big Wild Walk to raise funds for nature.
Ecological Surveys, EIA and HRA
Surveys should be carried out by professional ecologists, registered with IEEM. When surveys involve protected species, such as bats, great crested newts or dormice, the surveyor should hold a license from Natural Resources Wales.
Send a 'letter to the Editor'
Sending letters 'to the Editor' of local newspapers is another great way to speak up for wildlife.
Pathways to 2030 – A crucial report is being launched today for our future.
Organisations, including Wildlife Trusts Wales, are in Cardiff today launching a report outlining the areas that need investment from Welsh Government to ensure a wilder future for all.