Member

In bringing forward the nature restoration fund, it is also necessary to ensure that the provisions work effectively to support development delivered through different consenting regimes. To achieve that, we are making amendments relating to the Harbours Act 1964 and the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 that will ensure that the strategic benefits of environmental delivery plans can help to unlock the delivery of transport projects and better support nature recovery in those areas. I reiterate that we will continue to consider whether elements of the new nature restoration fund model could be strengthened to give greater confidence that positive environmental outcomes will be achieved. I look forward to continuing to engage with stakeholders and parliamentarians on this important issue.