"While Natural England dithers and reviews processes, irreplaceable wildlife sites are being trashed, damaged, and even built over. That is not a technical failure, it's a dereliction of duty."
"You don't save nature by leaving its most important places unprotected and hoping for the best. This must change immediately."
"Every day of inaction risks losing more of what little wildlife we have left and once it's gone, it's gone for good."
Natural England has not designated any new sites of special scientific interest (SSSIs) since 2023, jeopardizing rare wildlife and habitats. A report indicates that 14 potential SSSIs are at risk due to approved planning applications for major developments nearby. Bob Elliot from Wild Justice criticized Natural England for inaction, stating that failing to protect vital sites is a dereliction of duty. Immediate action is needed to reopen the designation pipeline and allocate resources to safeguard endangered species and habitats from development threats.
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