'Conservation is no longer enough': The Wildlife Trusts plots major nature restoration drive

Michael Holder
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The UK population of red squirrels once stood at a high of 3.5 million, but is now less than 140,000 | Credit: iStock
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The UK population of red squirrels once stood at a high of 3.5 million, but is now less than 140,000 | Credit: iStock

Charity coalition's 2030 strategy aims to ramp up expansion of nature recovery areas to boost carbon storage, climate resilience, and connect more people with nature

Charity coalition The Wildlife Trusts is planning to ramp up its support for nature restoration, carbon sequestration, and public access to nature in the coming years, as part of its new 2030 strategy...

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