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RESOLVED –
 

(1) 
That the update on the preparation of the Local
Nature Recovery Strategy for Derbyshire set out in the report be
noted;
 

(2) 
That Cabinet agrees to raise no objection with
Derbyshire County Council about:
 
a)
the proposed consultation draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy for
Derbyshire; or
 
b)
their preparation of the proposed consultation draft Local Nature
Recovery Strategy for Derbyshire, including the extent to which the
responsible authority has involved the supporting authority in that
preparation.
 
REASONS FOR DECISION – The proposed
consultation draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Derbyshire is
considered to set out appropriate priorities and proposals with
regard to North East Derbyshire District to help nature to thrive
and provide wider environmental benefits in the future. 
 
OTHER OPTIONS CONSIDERED AND REJECTED – To raise an objection with Derbyshire County Council
under the relevant provisions contained within the Environment
(Local Nature Recovery Strategies) (Procedure) Regulations 2023, or
to not respond during the required period. Firstly, it is
considered that the proposed consultation draft Local Nature
Recovery Strategy for Derbyshire is appropriate and that there are
no suitable grounds to raise an objection. Secondly, it is
considered that the District Council should respond and demonstrate
its commitment to Local Nature Recovery and respond
accordingly.
 
Please note
that this was not a Key Decision and so can be implemented with
immediate effect by officers.