Biodiversity Net Gain: Can Defra's proposed new planning rules deliver on their promise?

Michael Holder
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Plans would see new developers having to ensure a buildings deliver a 10 per cent biodiversity boost  | Credit: iStock
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Plans would see new developers having to ensure a buildings deliver a 10 per cent biodiversity boost | Credit: iStock

Developers would need to ensure new buildings improve local biodiversity, or invest in nature-projects to offset impacts elsewhere

Proposals to better protect and enhance wildlife around new building developments have been unveiled today by the government, backed by £4m funding to help local authorities and planners prepare for forthcoming...

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