National Park
SDNP Local Plan; Examination was in December. The list of Main Modifications is now published for consultation, including some from the Inspector post-examination.
www.southdowns.gov.uk/south-downs-local-plan-main-modifications/
There are a number of modifications relating to biodiversity issues and lots of detailed modifications on specific sites (mostly removing them because they had already got permission or been built). Members in other Districts may want to check the modifications for the sites in their areas
WSCC/SDNPA Joint Minerals Local Plan Proposed Modifications
Written by CPRE SussexCPRE Sussex submitted a response to the West Sussex County Council and South Downs National Park Joint Minerals Local Plan proposed modifications consultation. We were only able to comment on the modifications.
CPRE Sussex responds to the South Downs Local Plan Pre-submission Consultation
Written by CPRE Sussex
CPRE Sussex has submitted comments as part of the South Downs Local Plan Pre-submission Consultation.
Councillor Tutt: "Thank you for the bold decision you've made"
Written by CPRE SussexLetter sent to Councillor Tutt, Leader, Easbtbourne Council by the South Downs Network, 14 March 2017.
We are delighted that Eastbourne Council is listening to its local residents and halting the sale of iconic downland. At CPRE Sussex we believe that public ownership of this land ensures public accountability and a co-ordinated approach to land management and access.
Hundreds Protest Against Eastbourne Downland Farms Sale
Written by CPRE Sussex
Hundreds of people turned out to protest against the proposed sale of the freehold of the Downland farms in Eastbourne on 25 February.
Below is a letter to Councillor Tutt, Leader, Eastbourne Council from the South Downs Network, an independent, voluntary network of conservation, environmental and community organisations with an interest in the South Downs.
We urge CPRE Sussex's membership to write to Councillor Tutt to articulate their concerns about its plan to sell off the majority of its landholding in the South Downs.
Despite the outcry that Eastbourne Borough Council has faced since it announced its plan to sell off the majority of its landholding in the South Downs, this scheme is still being pursued.
Letter: Sale of lands must incorporate convenants
Written by CPRE SussexLetter: South Downs Society to Councillor Tutt, Eastbourne Borough Council
What are the political parties' policies on National Parks?
Written by CPRE Sussex
Ruth Bradshaw, Policy and Research Manager, Campaign for National Parks below provides an informative overview of relevant policies in each of these, highlighting any mentions of National Parks, biodiversity and related issues.
