The Protection of Hedges in Wales: Report by IEPAW

New report from the Interim Environmental Protection Assessor for Wales.

This report on hedgerows was written in reponse to submissions received in 2021 primarily concerning the efficacy of the Hedgerow Regulations 1997.

There were also concerns over the use of bird-deterrent netting of hedgerows.

The IEPAW obtained evidence at a panel discussion held at the Royal Welsh Show in July 2022 and in response to a Call for Evidence issued in August 2022.

To address the issues raised the report:

• Assesses whether existing legal framework is functioning effectively;
• Identifies areas where the existing legal protection may not be delivering the intended benefits, particularly in relation to the protection of biodiversity;
• Identifies potential gaps in existing legislation;
• Identifies areas where the practical application of the legislation may be impeded; and
• Provides recommendations for how the law could be improved.

To read the full report CLICK HERE!