Saving wildlife sites

Introduction

Friends of the Earth, along with its network of local groups, has a long history of successful campaigning to save wildlife sites. In November 2000 our 20-year campaign for a tough Wildlife Bill succeeded with the Countryside and Rights of Way Act.

This is positive stuff, but many wildlife sites are still under threat. It seems road building, air travel, housing and the needs of corporations still hold the balance of power.

This guide aims to give you the practical advice you need to help you build your own campaign for areas still at risk.

• Getting started
  - Essential background reading
• Step by step guide
  - What you need to know and do to save your local wildlife site
• Glossary
  - Jargon busting, links to high quality information sources and organisations

Saving Wildlife Sites is supported by WWF-UK