Have Your Say: How Will Proposed Heather Burning Rules Affect You?
- Andrew Gilruth
- Apr 9
- 1 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
The Moorland Association has committed to sharing its draft response to the Defra heather burning consultation with members and supporters by the end of April. At that stage we will be encouraging all to submit their own views by 25 May.
The consultation aims to assess the potential impacts of additional regulations on moorland management. Given the significance of this issue, we encourage you to provide your insights and experiences to inform our collective response.
Background
Defra's consultation seeks to evaluate the necessity and implications of imposing stricter controls on heather burning, particularly concerning areas with deep peat. The proposals may include requirements for obtaining licenses to conduct burns on peatlands exceeding 30cm in depth.
These potential changes could have substantial effects on traditional moorland management practices, wildfire risk mitigation, and ecological balance.
Call for Feedback
To accurately represent our community's perspectives and concerns, please take our short survey by midday Thursday 17th April.
Your feedback is invaluable in helping us understand the potential impacts of Defra's proposals and in formulating a comprehensive response.
Conclusion
Engaging with this consultation process is crucial to ensure that the voices of those directly involved in moorland management are heard. Your insights will contribute significantly to advocating for practical and effective policies that balance environmental concerns with the realities of land management.
We appreciate your time and input on this matter. To stay informed of any developments as the consultation progresses make sure you’ve subscribed to our free newsletter.