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What is the Countryside Commission?
The Countryside Commission (formally the Countryside Commission for England and Wales, then the Countryside Commission for England) was a statutory body in England and Wales, and later in England only. This has in turn evolved into Natural England, partly by eventual merger with English Nature.
What does the Countryside Agency do?
The Countryside Agency worked with other bodies, such as local authorities, landowners and other public agencies, to provide grants and advice to conserve the natural beauty of the landscape, promote rural economies and make the countryside more accessible for public enjoyment.
When was the Countryside Commission established in England?
The Countryside Commission (formally the Countryside Commission for England and Wales, then the Countryside Commission for England) was a statutory body in England and Wales, and later in England only. Its forerunner, the National Parks Commission, was established in 1949 by the National Parks and Access to…
What are the subjects of the Countryside Commission?
The subject matter includes outdoor recreation, transport in the countryside, long distance routes, the role of agriculture in the countryside, areas of outstanding natural beauty, country parks, national parks, the countryside landscape and the Commission’s corporate plans. Some items refer to specific areas and sites.
Where can I find copies of the Countryside Commission reports?
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When was the National Parks and Countryside Commission established?
Its forerunner, the National Parks Commission, was established in 1949 by the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act 1949 to co-ordinate government activity in relation to National Parks.