Latest Press Releases: 2006
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Latest Press Releases: 2006
Talking the walk - 08 September 2006
The UK’s approximate 6.2 million dogs and their 15 million owners are the focus of a new report. more
Community celebration for Fair Field Green, Hacheston, Suffolk - 08 September 2006
A great day out for all the family on Saturday 9th September from 12 midday to 5pm. more
Green Pennants and Flags see Green Space Lottery schemes come of age - 30 August 2006
The Countryside Agency welcomes the increase in recognition for England's high quality green spaces. more
‘Be safe’ when out and about during grouse shooting season -11 August 2006
We are urging people to get the latest information when visiting the countryside during grouse shooting season, beginning on 12 August. more
Walking the Way to Health Initiative launches its first on-line photography competition
WHI launches today (Tuesday 1 August 2006) its competition to celebrate the best of the nation's undiscovered photographic talent. more
National Step-O-Meter Programme rolls out - 27 July 2006
Public Health Minister, Carol Flint, has announced a new programme to help people take the first step and get active. more
New roads: The damage done and the lessons unlearnt - 3 July 2006
Traffic on new roads is growing much faster than the Government forecast, according to a new study commissioned by CPRE and the Countryside Agency. more
Agricultural Landscapes: 33 years of change - 3 July 2006
A unique visual record of change to lowland agricultural landscapes in England since 1972 is the focus of a new book. more
Outdoors for all? - 23 May 2006
Action needed to bring benefits of countryside and green spaces to everyone. more
'Opening Green Doors' to a better, brighter local environment - 11 May 2006
Communities across England are working together to improve their local green spaces, through the Countryside Agency’s ‘Doorstep Greens’ initiative. more
A golden birthday for British beauty - 5 May 2006
Tuesday 9 May marks the 50th anniversary of the nation's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. more
New organisations will benefit rural people and places - 30 March 2006
The Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act – which received Royal Assent today - has been welcomed by the Government’s Rural Advocate, Dr Stuart Burgess. more
The Countryside Agency welcomes 'Power from the People' - 29 March 2006
The Countryside Agency today welcomed the Government's new microgeneration strategy, and its support for small-scale renewable energy more
Renewable energy stays local - 28 March 2006
DTI, Defra, the Countryside Agency and the Forestry Commission today announced over £400,000 of additional funding for the Community Renewables Initiative. more
Outdoor activities and the natural environment: getting the best out of both worlds - 17 March 2006
The Best of Both Worlds, a new website for outdoor activity providers and land managers, has been launched today.   more
Walking the Way to Health: Making tracks and friends with WHI - 7 March 2006
Walking the Way to Health Initiative has achieved widespread success encouraging people to get up, get out and get healthy more
"An important day for England's finest landscapes," says the Countryside Agency - 2 March 2006
The Countryside Agency today welcomed the Government's rejection of plans to build Britain's largest wind farm. more
Importance of landscapes recognised with UK Government signing of European Landscape Convention - 24 February 2006
The Natural England partnership welcomes the Government’s decision to sign the Council of Europe’s European Landscape Convention (ELC) - the first international convention for the management and protection of landscape.    more
"Keep your dog on a lead" is the call this spring and summer - 23 February 2006
If you’re heading out with your dog this spring to take advantage of the new right of access to open country, you’re asked to remember to keep your dog on a short lead during the ground nesting bird breeding season. more
New Marketing Guides for owners of small woodlands and the makers of wood products - 21 February 2006
Two new ground breaking booklets have just been published more
Next stage of coastal access research begins - 21 February 2006
Four study areas are chosen today to make up the fact-finding stage of the project. more
Greener future for people and places affected by aggregate extraction - 8 February 2006
Aggregate Levy Sustainability Funds hold an event today to mark the lasting legacy they have built for communities and environments. more
Rugby School Wins Countryside Agency Radio Broadcast Competition: 7 February 2006
Clifton-upon-Dunsmore Primary School, Rugby have won first prize in the Countryside Agency's Countryside Code radio programme competition. more
Heat, Power and Profits: Energy By Design - 30 January 2006
The Town and Country Planning Association launch a new guide 'Sustainable Energy by Design,' showcasing developers doing their bit to combat climate change. more
Rural housing needs major shake-up, says Rural Watchdog - 19 January 2006
The Commission for Rural Communities (CRC) has called for Government to give clear leadership and concerted action by all those involved to bring about real improvements to England’s rural housing crisis more