News from the South Downs
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EDF Energy Networks invests £870,000 to remove power lines on the Sussex Downs
A regional steering group of environmental experts has given the go-ahead to remove about 8.5 kilometres of overhead power lines on the Sussex Downs.
The team of experts regularly meets to assess projects to install underground cables in place of overhead power lines in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and national parks. The group was established by EDF Energy Networks, which is responsible for the power distribution network in the South East.
- SDJC Launches 'Rarer than Rainforest' Trail Guide Apr 30, 2007
Sustainable Development Fund up for grabs!
Its looking more than likely that the South Downs is going to have another Sustainable Development Fund this year.
Applications are being sought now from organisations, local authorities, businesses, community groups and individuals. To find out more, please use the link below.
Launch of the South Downs Icons and Eyesores Project
The South Downs Icons and Eyesores Project has been set up to help raise awareness of how cumulative landscape change impacts the South Downs landscape. At present, the pilot project is being run in the Downland parishes of Arun and Horsham districts. With the help of the local community, volunteer rangers and SDJC staff, a large number of icons and eyesores from the participating parishes have now been documented. Find out more about the Icons and Eyesores Project.
National Park Update
For the latest information about the status of the designated South Downs National Park please go to the Natural England website.
South Downs Draft Management Plan
The Plan was adopted by the Joint Committee on the 19th October 2007 following public consultation which ran from 22nd June to the 31st October 2006. A fully designed version of the South Downs Management Plan will be available in early 2008. Please go to our Management Plan section for more information.
The Latest on Foot and Mouth
There are currently no restrictions in place on rights of way or access land in the South Downs. There is no need for you to stop visiting the countryside. However, please respect and be aware of the heightened concerns of farmers, especially those with livestock.
The South Downs Joint Committee is continuing to monitor the DEFRA website for updates on the current situation and will comply with Government instructions and work closely with its local authority partners.
South Downs Joint Committee Annual Review 06-07
Our Annual Review provides you with a summary of the Sussex Downs and East Hampshire AONBs progress and achievements during 2006 - 2007. It is your signpost to finding out more about our work.
Rangers View
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To get an expert's view on what you can find if you are out and about in the South Downs why not read this months Rangers View or download our Rangers Podcast for a great listening experience!
Congratulations to Mr T. Dickens of Ferring who has won a £20 voucher for Peglers Expedition advisors and suppliers in our quarterly 'Take the Bus for a Walk' leaflet draw
