Purpose

To gain formal recognition of the priority landscapes set out in the Nature Recovery Network for Huntingdonshire.

Decision

The Cabinet has

a)  formally recognised and adopted the Priority Landscapes of Huntingdonshire as set out in the report now submitted;

b)  endorsed the use of the Nature Recovery Network for Huntingdonshire Document as an evidence base for the identification of Priority Natural Landscapes;

c)  endorsed the use of the Nature Recovery Network for Huntingdonshire Document to inform the response to and engagement with the development of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy and subsequently future Planning Policy;

d)  delegated authority to the Assistant Director (Strategic Insight and Delivery) in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Parks and Countryside, Waste and Street Scene to make any minor amendments to the Priority Landscapes of Huntingdonshire policy (subject to a review of the policy to be undertaken within three years);

e)  delegated authority to the Corporate Director (Place) to implement any necessary procedural changes as a result of this endorsement; and

f)  agreed that the report and presentation be also presented to the Local Plans Advisory Group.

Reasons for the decision

As outlined in the report.

Alternative options considered

As outlined in the report.