Local Nature Recovery Strategy consultation

We are consulting and we want your feedback on the Local Nature Recovery Strategy.

Why do we need a Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS)

Greater Lincolnshire is home to a variety of nationally important landscapes and associated habitats, including coast and marshes, estuarine, grasslands, heathland and ancient woodland, all supporting a wide range of species. Sadly, our natural areas have been in decline over the last century, with many areas of habitat depleted and shrunk in size and native species under threat or already lost.

Action needs to be taken, not only to protect what is still present, but also for the recovery of what we have lost. We need to provide more space for nature and ensure it’s ‘’bigger, better and more joined up’’, so that our precious habitats and species are there for future generations to enjoy.

What is a LNRS?

They are a legally required plan designed to guide action for nature recovery. They were introduced by the Environment Act 2021 to help achieve the targets set out in the Government's Environmental Improvement Plan, build the Nature Recovery network and improve nature locally for the benefit of wildlife and people.

Lincolnshire County Council is working in close partnership with North Lincolnshire Council, North East Lincolnshire Council and Greater Lincolnshire Nature Partnership, with support and guidance from Natural England.

We have engaged with a wide range of stakeholders including members of the public to develop the draft LNRS.

This is now ready to be shared wider. Your responses will help inform the new LNRS for Greater Lincolnshire.