Decision

1. Endorsed the publication by HCC of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy covering the whole of Hampshire Including Portsmouth.
2. Noted the consultation process undertaken by HCC to date including the public consultation between 12 May and 23 June 2025.
3. Noted that PCC Officers are satisfied with the content of the LNRS as presented and that concerns raised with previous drafts of the LNRS have now been rectified by HCC.
4. Agreed that officers raise with Hampshire County Council concerns, as raised in the Portfolio Decision meeting, in respect of the implementation and delivery of the LNRS and to delegate authority to the Assistant Director of Planning & Economic Growth in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Greening the City to finalise those concerns.