MINISTER TO VISIT EXMOOR

Jonathan Shaw, Minister for Landscape and Rural Affairs, is visiting Exmoor on Thursday 19 June.  It is an opportunity for the Minister to see for himself some of the National Park Authority’s successes and consider important local issues.  

He will discuss the future of farming and the vision for a carbon-neutral National Park by 2025.  During the afternoon he will travel to Anstey and Molland Moors to consider the potential impact of proposed wind farms outside the National Park’s southern boundary, and then to Blackpitts (near Simonsbath) to view habitat restoration work and moorland restoration proposals.

Jonathan Shaw, Minister for Landscape and Rural Affairs, said:

"Exmoor is important, not just for its wonderful scenery and tranquility but for its contribution to a better environment for all of us through conservation of the land and wildlife and tackling climate change.

"I'm impressed by the National Park's efforts, working with others such as farmers and landowners, local communities, businesses and local authorities so that many more people in the future can appreciate and enjoy Exmoor's special qualities."