Who is English Nature?
English Nature is the statutory body that champions the conservation and enhancement of the wildlife and natural features of England. We do this by: advising – Government, other agencies, local authorities, interest groups, business, communities, individuals; regulating – activities affecting the special nature conservation sites in England; enabling – helping others to manage land for nature conservation, through grants, projects and information; enthusing – advocating nature conservation for all and biodiversity as a key test of sustainable development. In fulfilling our statutory duties we: • establish and manage National Nature Reserves; • notify and safeguard Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs); • advocate top Government departments and others effective policies for nature conservation; • disseminate guidance and advice about nature conservation; • promote research relevant to nature conservation; • promote research relevant to nature conservation. Through the Joint Natur