FLD Policies
The work of FLD covers a broad range of issues relating to the landscape of the Lake District and Cumbria. The detail of FLD policies is regularly outlined in our twice yearly Newsletter. Below is a brief overview of our stance on some of the areas of work in which we are involved.
Work in each policy area is carried out by a particular member of staff. For further information about who does what see the contact us page.
Development
We seek to ensure that developments respect the special character of their surrounding and the interests of the local communities
Agriculture
We recognise and support the role of farming in maintaining a beautiful and diverse landscape
Read FLD's vision for the future of agriculture
Water
We work towards maintaining the essential character of the county's lakes and rivers through efficient water resource management and recreational use
Transport
We campaign for effective traffic management and to ensure that new road schems are not damaging to the landscape
Energy
We seek to ensure that renewable energy proposals are sensitive to their landscape settings
Tourism
We seek to encourage a sustainable tourism which recognises the primary importance of the landscape.
Read FLD's report into sustainable tourism in the Lake District (2.6 MB)
Woodlands
Through our environmental grants scheme we finance the creation and re-establishment of native woodlands, ensuring diversity in the landscape and, where possible, increasing public access and amenity value
Traditional Skills
We support the development of traditional skills through our environmental grants scheme and our hedge laying and dry stone walling competitions
Quiet Enjoyment
We support quiet enjoyment and access to the open countryside
Partnership
We try to work closely with local and national organisations that share our objectives
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