Local Nature Recovery Strategy
Contents
- Local Nature Recovery Strategy
- How the LNRS will be used
- LNRS timescales and how to get involved
LNRS timescales and how to get involved
Timescales
There has been a delay in producing the LNRS. The timescales have been revised.
Our current timescales for the LNRS are outlined in the table below:
| Project | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Natural capital map (environmental issues) | May 2024 | Completed |
| Habitat and species list | May 2024 | Completed |
| Public engagement and stakeholder workshops | March to July 2024 | Completed |
| Pre-consultation activities | September and October 2024 | Completed |
| Priorities and measures drafted | March 2025 | Completed |
| Draft strategy including local habitat map | April 2025 | Completed |
| Approval from DEFRA | October 2025 | Ongoing |
| Public consultation of draft strategy | December 2025 | Yet to commence |
| Cabinet approval and publish | March 2026 | Yet to commence |
Accessing the strategy
The strategy will be available on our website and through our libraries. It will be a combination of an interactive map and document.
The LNRS Local Habitat Map will show 3 layers:
- existing biodiversity sites (APIB)
- mapped actions (measures)
- nature network (ACB)
These interactive layers give the user the options to select and deselect what’s visible so the layers can be shown together or separately. The map also include a base map and a layer showing the 3 character areas as described in the strategy.
We intend to produce support information for communities to deliver nature recovery. This will come after the publishing of the LNRS.
Get involved
The public consultation later in the year aims to reach an array of communities such as farmers, community groups, parish councils, and businesses. Please contact us if you would like a presentation during this period, or would like further information about the LNRS beforehand.
If you would like to sign up to our newsletter, or would like more information or clarification on the West Northamptonshire LNRS, please email [email protected].
Last updated 11 September 2025