Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 102584
Nature Conservation: Economic Situation
Tabled: 2 January 2026
Answered: 9 January 2026
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of large-scale habitat restoration funded through the Nature Restoration Fund on the economy.
Answer
Mary CreaghLarge-scale habitat restoration has the potential to deliver significant economic benefits alongside environmental gains. Evidence from similar programmes suggests the following could be realised: Job creation: Habitat restoration projects generate skille...
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