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Although there are differing views, the collective weight of scientific research supports the conclusion that burning contributes to peatland degradation and increased vulnerability to fire. Beyond wildfire risk, the regulations deliver significant environmental and economic benefits. Healthy peatlands improve water quality, reduce flood risk, and are havens for wildlife and store carbon, helping us meet our climate goals. The Office for National Statistics estimates that restoring British peatlands could deliver carbon benefits worth £109 billion.