CPRE Sussex
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CPRE Sussex – shaping a greener future for Sussex and connecting the countryside with towns and cities.
Joined June 2012
Announcement of fast-tracked mayoral authority for Sussex means big changes on the way. The power to shape the place that we live in should be a fundamental right and CPRE Sussex will continue to support #communities to get their voice heard. Read:
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From snowdrops and catkins to the dawn chorus, signs of #spring are starting to appear. Is spring coming sooner to Sussex this year because of #ClimateChange? Do tell us what you’ve seen and how much earlier it is than usual. Read:
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Where can all Government’s planned new houses be built in Sussex? Will any be much needed #AffordableHomes? There are big challenges to meet building targets, plus cost to environment & #biodiversity of planning changes to deliver Government’s aims. See:
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Developers aren’t keeping legally-binding promises to help wildlife on housing sites – installing just 50% of ecological features. UK is one of world’s most nature depleted countries so tell your MP/local councillors developers must be held to account:
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Good wishes to our Chinese friends for the Lunar New Year, the year of the snake. Chinese mythology links snakes with wisdom, intelligence & mystery. We look forward to working with diverse communities to shape a greener future for Sussex. See our work:
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RT @James_BG: Really good read this from @ShaunSpiers1. We can have growth, high quality development, nature restoration, an effective plan…
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The same would be true for #gatwick too. Let’s just draw a line under all plans for airport expansion
#HeathrowExpansion is not only a climate, air and noise pollution nightmare, but it's about as growthy as herbicide
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RT @CAGNE_GATWICK: @BBCr4today It doesn’t make sense to expand Gatwick that exports sterling overseas on low cost flights to spend spend ov…
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We’ve lost 38m birds from UK skies in last 60 years. On 24-26 January join 1000s of nature lovers in Big Garden Birdwatch. Every bird you do – or don’t – count in an hour helps RSPB check how birds are coping with climate crisis/other challenges. Sign up:
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The headline seems to say exactly where this government is now at on climate and nature, as they gear up to remove nature protections from development and back airport expansion: "Labour MPs ordered to sink landmark climate and environment bill"
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The South Downs National Park includes beautiful living, working landscapes. The Local Plan Review will update the plan and address issues e.g. climate change, affordable housing and helping communities thrive. Have your say by 17 March on development at:
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Help us win £1000 – nominate us by 27 January for Movement for Good 2025 draws. 2024 entries don’t roll forward. Each nomination boosts our chance of winning. Enter our charity no. 1156568 in search box at: For a small charity, every pound counts. Thanks!
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Winnie the Pooh Day (18 January) marks A.A. Milne’s birthday. This weekend why not seek out ‘Roo’s Sandy Pit’, the ‘Enchanted Place’ and other settings? See: Help to protect our countryside by joining CPRE Sussex:
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RT @moresussex: NEWS: A charity has called for greater clarity on annual housing targets in Brighton & Hove and a bolder approach to climat…
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RT @CAGNE_GATWICK: Gloves are off! Donate today in preparation for round two to stop Gatwick’s new runway plans #G…
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60% of the UK’s solar targets could be delivered by rooftop solar. The Sunshine Bill is the key to making this happen, but we need MPs to show up on 17 January and vote YES! Contact your MP:
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If you feel like curling up indoors rather than braving the winter weather, you can read about an artist/writer’s love of the #SussexLandscape at Do you have a favourite book about Sussex which others may enjoy and which you can share in comments below?
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Twelfth Night is #recycling time. For cut Xmas trees, check your local council’s website for recycling as wood chips for green spaces/parks, or composting. Recycle cards/envelopes at home removing foil, glitter or ribbon. Or maybe reuse some cards to make gift tags for next Xmas!
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