Earlier this year, four breeding male Hen Harriers suspiciously disappeared from nests in northern England. Against all the odds, five healthy Hen Harrier chicks have now successfully fledged from two ...

Wallasea Island Rochford Open See opening times Explore the magical mixture of habitats at RSPB Wallasea Island: from marshland and lagoons to the sea beyond, you won’t get bored. Watch as terns dive ...

Ecological assessments Discover how different types of assessments can help protect nature in the planning process.

Planning policy Find out how planning policy is used to shape the development of our towns, cities and countryside.

About Head to the Arun Valley in West Sussex and you'll find our Pulborough Brooks. With beautiful views across to the South Downs, this reserve is set in one of the richest areas for nature in the ...

Other decision-making processes Learn about national infrastructure and marine planning, plus the protection of trees and hedgerows.

Other decision-making processes Learn about Northern Ireland's national infrastructure and marine planning, plus the protection of trees and hedgerows.

Bowling Green and Goosemoor Topsham Open See opening times Wander the wending waterways at Bowling Green Marsh and watch Little Grebes, Pintails, and Black-tailed Godwits, while the occasional ...

Planning applications Everything you need to know about applications – the different types, the process, appeals, and more.