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When you need consent for a proposed operation or management change on land in a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) and how to apply.
How to identify, stop the spread and dispose of Japanese knotweed in England.
List of priority habitats and species in England (‘Section 41 habitats and species’) for public bodies, landowners and funders to use for biodiversity conservation.
Responsibilities for visitors to the countryside and those who manage the land.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the sheep netting item.
As the owner or occupier of land with a public right of way across it, you must keep the route visible and not obstruct or endanger users.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the fencing item.
How to assess a planning application when there are protected species on or near a proposed development site.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the planting new hedges item.
How to assess a planning application when there are ancient woodland, ancient trees or veteran trees on or near a proposed development site.
How a competent authority must decide if a plan or project proposal that affects a European site can go ahead.
Find out about Natural England's progress with improving coastal access in England.
Register for a licence to survey great crested newts for scientific, research or educational purposes, including informing development projects – and report actions taken under a licence.
When you can get permission to trap or remove crayfish in England, how to apply, and rules to follow.
How to solve a pest problem with foxes, moles and mink using traps, snares and other methods.
How to assess a planning application when there are bats on or near a proposed development site.
Find out which licence you might need to carry out work that affects wildlife and its habitat, how to apply and when you might need to pay.
Find out if you can remove or work on countryside hedgerows.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the concrete yard renewal item.
Find out how to become a volunteer to support nature conservation where you live or work.
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