London Local Nature Recovery Strategy
London councils are implementing biodiversity duties, aligning with the forthcoming London Local Nature Recovery Strategy, by approving statements and reporting gains.
London councils are implementing actions aligned with the forthcoming London Local Nature Recovery Strategy, which details commitments to conserving and enhancing biodiversity. Barking and Dagenham Council approved an interim biodiversity duty statement in March 2026, outlining six objectives for nature recovery, including creating habitats and boosting wildlife populations.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council also reported significant biodiversity gains in March 2026, detailing actions taken between January 2024 and January 2026. Their report highlighted the creation of six Tiny Forests and the planting of over 3,500 new trees, integrating ecological considerations into various council programmes.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council approved an interim biodiversity duty statement in March 2026. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council reported on biodiversity gains in March 2026. Source
- Barking and Dagenham's statement aligns with the London Local Nature Recovery Strategy. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham created six Tiny Forests. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham planted over 3,500 new trees. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.