Menu
06/04/2004
Trust to turn swathes of unused land into green fields
A new body has been set up that will help transform 10,000 hectares of derelict and unused land into open green spaces over the next 10 years.
Launched the Land Restoration Trust today, Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott said that sustainable communities were not just about housing, but a mix of ingredients to be places where people want to live and work.
"By transforming swathes of neglected brownfield land into open green spaces for the community to enjoy, the Trust will help to improve not only the local environment but also people's quality of life," he said.
"I hope to see the Land Restoration Trust helping communities across the country - from the former coal mining areas to the creation of new sustainable communities in the Thames Gateway."
The Trust is a partnership between English Partnerships, Groundwork, the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency. It will have a three-year pilot phase where it will restore and manage 1,500 hectares of underused brownfield land.
The first three sites to be transferred to the Land Restoration Trust are Monkton in the North East, and Bentley and Hickleton in Yorkshire. Within 10 years it will acquire, own and manage 10,000 hectares of land in England.
The move is part of the government's plan for sustainable communities, which is backed by £22 billion of investment.
(gmcg)
Launched the Land Restoration Trust today, Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott said that sustainable communities were not just about housing, but a mix of ingredients to be places where people want to live and work.
"By transforming swathes of neglected brownfield land into open green spaces for the community to enjoy, the Trust will help to improve not only the local environment but also people's quality of life," he said.
"I hope to see the Land Restoration Trust helping communities across the country - from the former coal mining areas to the creation of new sustainable communities in the Thames Gateway."
The Trust is a partnership between English Partnerships, Groundwork, the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency. It will have a three-year pilot phase where it will restore and manage 1,500 hectares of underused brownfield land.
The first three sites to be transferred to the Land Restoration Trust are Monkton in the North East, and Bentley and Hickleton in Yorkshire. Within 10 years it will acquire, own and manage 10,000 hectares of land in England.
The move is part of the government's plan for sustainable communities, which is backed by £22 billion of investment.
(gmcg)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
16 February 2015
Labour To Launch Alternative Economic Plan
Labour leader, Ed Miliband, will today lay out a rival economic plan for the UK during a speech to workers at Jaguar Land Rover in Wolverhampton. Mr Miliband is expected to announce he believes the prosperity of ordinary working families "is key to Britain's industrial revival".
Labour To Launch Alternative Economic Plan
Labour leader, Ed Miliband, will today lay out a rival economic plan for the UK during a speech to workers at Jaguar Land Rover in Wolverhampton. Mr Miliband is expected to announce he believes the prosperity of ordinary working families "is key to Britain's industrial revival".
10 September 2013
Jaguar To Create 1,700 Jobs
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has said it is to create 1,700 new jobs at its plant in Solihull. The positions are part of a £1.5bn investment by the company as it expands its product range. The investment will be used to design systems which allow the chassis of future models to be constructed out of aluminium.
Jaguar To Create 1,700 Jobs
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has said it is to create 1,700 new jobs at its plant in Solihull. The positions are part of a £1.5bn investment by the company as it expands its product range. The investment will be used to design systems which allow the chassis of future models to be constructed out of aluminium.
11 February 2013
Two In Court Over PSNI Officer Death
Two men are to appear at Londonderry Magistrates’ Court today, following the death of a PSNI constable in the city at the weekend. Constable Philippa Reynolds, 27, died in a crash involving a stolen car at the Limavady Road at 03:40 on Saturday.
Two In Court Over PSNI Officer Death
Two men are to appear at Londonderry Magistrates’ Court today, following the death of a PSNI constable in the city at the weekend. Constable Philippa Reynolds, 27, died in a crash involving a stolen car at the Limavady Road at 03:40 on Saturday.
14 August 2012
Jaguar Land Rover Beginning 24-Hour Production
Merseyside’s Jaguar Land Rover plant will operate 24-hours a day following the introduction of an extra shift. In order to meet demand for the company’s Evoque and Freelander models, 1,000 new jobs have been created and a new three shift pattern implemented. The first night shift at the plant will begin on Monday 20, at 21:30.
Jaguar Land Rover Beginning 24-Hour Production
Merseyside’s Jaguar Land Rover plant will operate 24-hours a day following the introduction of an extra shift. In order to meet demand for the company’s Evoque and Freelander models, 1,000 new jobs have been created and a new three shift pattern implemented. The first night shift at the plant will begin on Monday 20, at 21:30.
10 November 2011
Jaguar Announces 1,000 West Midlands Jobs
Car company Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced over 1,000 for the West Midlands area. The company said the new posts will be based at the company's Land Rover plant in Solihull, which currently employs 5,000 people. The recruitment campaign is now underway, JLR advertising for production operators and skilled trades people.
Jaguar Announces 1,000 West Midlands Jobs
Car company Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced over 1,000 for the West Midlands area. The company said the new posts will be based at the company's Land Rover plant in Solihull, which currently employs 5,000 people. The recruitment campaign is now underway, JLR advertising for production operators and skilled trades people.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
