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Southwark Council Biodiversity Duty report

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Southwark Council approved its first statutory Biodiversity Duty report in February 2026, outlining actions to conserve and enhance biodiversity.

Southwark Council approved its first statutory Biodiversity Duty report in February 2026, committing to meeting enhanced biodiversity targets. Prepared with Land Use Consultants Ltd, the report details the council's policies, objectives, and actions to conserve and enhance biodiversity within the borough, including habitat creation in parks and ensuring biodiversity net gain in new developments.

The report was submitted to the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). It also outlines plans for future actions, monitoring progress towards achieving the borough's biodiversity goals, and engaging the community through various projects.

Key facts

  1. Southwark Council approved its first statutory Biodiversity Duty report in February 2026. Source
  2. The report was prepared in collaboration with Land Use Consultants Ltd (LUC). Source
  3. The report was submitted to the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). Source
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