ASH PARISH BIODIVERSITY
Ash Biodiversity Working Group ToR
Habitat Map
Ash Biodiversity Action Plan
Biodiversity The Environment Act 2021 Net Gain
ASH PARISH BIODIVERSITY
The Parish Council has a statutory duty to conserve and enhance biodiversity in the parish and consider what it can do to achieve that objective.
What is biodiversity and why is it important? Biodiversity includes all species of plants and animals, as well as the natural systems that support them. Conserving biodiversity provides benefits for wildlife, the landscape, our cultural heritage, our health and wellbeing, socio-economics and the health of the planet through what are known as ‘ecosystem services’. Nature is also critical in our current response to climate change.
There are many examples of how Parish Councils can respond to this requirement in the “Biodiversity Toolkit” which you can find on the Environment page on the Ash Village website www.ashpcsomerset.com It’s a valuable and comprehensive guide aimed at inspiring local projects.
The Parish Council have commissioned a “nature map” that identifies habitats within the Parish. We have also set up a working group comprised of residents, councillors and a representative of Ash & Martock Nature to assist us in bringing this to fruition.
We would like to invite volunteers to join the team to help gather key information to inform our plans, map habitats and areas of environmental interest and to identify key opportunities to enhance our surroundings (on Parish land or collaborating with private landowners).
WHY VOLUNTEER?
By volunteering, you can learn about and help to improve your local environment, have some fun and make new friends. If you have a couple of free hours and would like to join us in making a difference, please contact: ashalertemails@gmail.com or phone 01935 825020.
Volunteers of all ages and experience are very welcome.
WHY NOT GIVE IT A TRY?