Keepers of time: A statement of policy for England's Ancient and Native Woodland

This statement updates the government’s policy towards woodlands and trees by re-emphasising their value, evaluating threats and opportunities and setting out a range of actions to improve their protection and quality.

Policy (3.94 MB)
Action plan (261 KB)

External reactions to this policy

• BBC News
• England Forest Industries Partnership (PDF: 238 KB)
• Forestry and Timber Association
• The Woodland Trust

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