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Greetings!
Welcome to the March issue of Park life.
In this edition - find out more about the Iron Age art of hedge laying and a scrap book from World War II prisoners of war.
Our events season is already well underway, read on to find out what we have been up to and if you love wildlife, find out how you can become a wildlife champion.
The start of the year has been busy, especially for the Planning department. We are currently running a consultation on a Draft Local Enforcement Plan, and we are looking for your views; find out more below.
We have also asked the Government to make national parks exempt from planning rules to safeguard local jobs.
Finally, take a look around our revamped website, full of events, useful information, wildlife updates and how to make a planning application.
Best wishes,
The New Forest National Park Authority team
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Revival of Iron Age craft
Find out more about the traditional craft of hedge laying and its revival, thanks to a free course run by the New Forest Land Advice Service.
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Historic WWII scrap book unearthed
A scrap book of sketches, poems and Christmas greetings by German prisoners of war has been unearthed in the New Forest thanks to a project run by the New Forest National Park Authority.
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Over 100 sign-ups at Volunteer Fair
Nearly 300 people came to find out how they could make a difference in the New Forest.
Find out more about how you can get involved.
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Creating a viable wood fuel market
Over 100 people attended a day of talks, walks, presentations and site visits to encourage wood fuel production in the New Forest National Park.
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Love wildlife? Become a wildlife champion
If you are passionate about wildlife and live in New Milton, Milford-on-Sea, Hordle, Godshill, Landford, Marchwood or Wellow we would like to hear from you.
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We want your views...
Your views are wanted on a draft Local Enforcement Plan which sets out the Authority's policies and procedures for enforcing planning control in the New Forest National Park.
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Safeguarding local jobs
The Authority has asked the Government for an exemption from proposed rules which would allow offices to be turned into homes without the need for planning permission.
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Recognition for England's woodlands
The National Park Authority has welcomed the Government's announcement that publicly-owned forests in England will be kept in trust for the nation.
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New look for Authority website
Now it is even easier for local residents and visitors to find what they are looking for on our new look website. Visit the website now for planning applications, days out, events and much more.
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